Printed Polyester-Wool Blended Dress Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is printed with floral patterns and mixed mainly with wool, containing 40% wool by weight and the balance polyester filament yarn, not combed. It falls under HTS 5407.94.05.10 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filaments mixed with 36% or more wool. Primarily used for high-end dressmaking due to its luxurious drape and texture.
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
• Verify wool content via laboratory testing to confirm ≥36% by weight, as discrepancies can lead to reclassification
• Include detailed weave specifications and printing process documentation to avoid misclassification as unprinted fabric
• Ensure labeling distinguishes 'not combed' status if required for statistical reporting