Unbleached Flax-Wool Blend Suiting Fabric

This woven fabric is made from unbleached flax fibers combined with over 17% fine wool, used primarily for tailoring men's suits and jackets. It falls under HTS 5309.21.20.00 because it contains less than 85% flax, is unbleached, and exceeds 17% wool content by weight. The plain weave construction provides durability and a natural texture ideal for formal apparel.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.5%+35.0%49.5%
🇲🇽Mexico14.5%+10.0%24.5%
🇨🇦Canada14.5%+10.0%24.5%
🇩🇪Germany14.5%+10.0%24.5%
🇯🇵Japan14.5%+10.0%24.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5111.19.60Higher: 60% vs 49.5%

If containing 85% or more wool by weight

Fabrics predominantly of wool (over 85%) are classified under Chapter 51 woven wool fabrics rather than flax blends.

5309.29.20Same rate: 49.5%

If dyed or printed after unbleached/bleached stage

Post-bleaching dyeing moves the fabric to the 'other' subheading for processed flax blends.

6217.90.90Lower: 32.1% vs 49.5%

If cut and sewn into made-up apparel components like scarves

Made-up textile articles shift from Chapter 53 fabrics to Chapter 62 apparel accessories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content through lab testing to confirm >17% wool and <85% flax, as required for Chapter 53 classification

Include mill certificates and yarn composition documents to avoid reclassification during customs examination

Ensure unbleached status is evident; any chemical processing could shift to bleached subheading 5309.22

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