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Dyed Polyester-Alpaca Hair Gabardine from Japan

Gabardine weave fabric of dyed polyester filament mainly mixed with fine alpaca hair, not combed, fitting HTS 5407.92.1010. Used for trousers and skirts with a crisp finish.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Document alpaca as 'fine animal hair' with origin certificates to prevent disputes

• Ensure weave exclusivity (gabardine only) per note (a) excluding selvage