Wool-Blended Polyester Printed Suiting Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is made primarily from polyester filament yarn blended with 40% wool by weight, featuring a printed floral pattern for suiting applications. It falls under HTS 5407.94.05 because it is a printed woven synthetic filament fabric containing 36% or more wool. The wool content provides warmth and texture while polyester adds durability.
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 exact wool content via lab testing as required for Chapter 54 blends exceeding 36% to avoid reclassification
• Provide detailed weave specifications and yarn composition certificates to confirm synthetic filament base
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; printed patterns increase value assessments during customs valuation