Printed Heavyweight Cotton-Alpaca Blend from Japan
Fabric with 55% cotton, 45% alpaca fine hair, printed stripes, 255 g/m² for outerwear. HTS 5212.25.10 covers printed cotton weaves over 200 g/m² with 36%+ fine animal hair. Alpaca offers lightweight insulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify alpaca as fine hair; distinguish from coarse for chapter rules
• Measure fabric after boiling sizing for true weight
• Customs may require weave diagrams for 'other woven' confirmation