Combed Wool-Synthetic Blend Suiting Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is made from combed yarns of different colors, mixed mainly with wool (over 36% by weight) and synthetic filaments, used primarily for tailoring men's suits. It falls under HTS 5407.93.05.20 due to its high wool content, multi-colored yarns, and combed processing as specified in the statistical notes for Chapter 54. The fabric's plain weave construction meets the criteria for 'other woven fabrics' in heading 5407.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 36% by weight via lab testing; provide certificates for customs compliance
• Declare fiber composition accurately on invoices to avoid reclassification; include yarn twist details per Chapter 54 notes