Printed Polyester-Wool Blend Dress Fabric from Japan
A lightweight printed woven fabric from polyester filaments mixed with 38% wool, ideal for women's dresses with its soft drape and vibrant paisley print. Classified under HTS 5407.94.05 due to its synthetic filament base and high wool content meeting the 36% minimum. The blend combines wool's natural feel with synthetic stability.
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 fiber content accurately per FTC rules; discrepancies lead to penalties under blended fabric import regs
• Include printing process details in invoices to distinguish from unprinted fabrics in HTS 5407.52
• Avoid common error of classifying as apparel parts; this is greige fabric stage before cutting