Bleached Rayon-Wool Dress Lining Fabric from Japan
A lightweight bleached woven fabric from artificial rayon filaments blended with 40% wool, not combed, used as lining for women's dresses. Classified under HTS 5408.31.0510 for its unbleached/bleached status, high wool content, and artificial filament yarn base per chapter notes. The blend offers breathability and a soft handfeel suitable for inner garments.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Label fiber content precisely on invoices; wool ≥36% is critical to avoid fallback to pure artificial filament codes
• Include bleaching process certification to distinguish from unbleached or dyed variants during entry
• Watch for common pitfalls like incomplete weave specs leading to misclassification as poplin or broadcloth