Dyed Polyester-Merino Wool Dress Fabric from Japan
A lightweight dyed woven fabric blending polyester filament with fine merino wool, not combed, classified under HTS 5407.92.1010 due to its synthetic main component and animal hair mixture. Ideal for women's dresses and blouses with a smooth drape.
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
• Label with precise wool grade (e.g
• merino) and ensure certificates of origin for preferential duty treatment
• Confirm plain weave and no combing via manufacturer specs to align with chapter notes on weaves
• Avoid misdeclaring as 100% synthetic; penalties apply for inaccurate fiber blends