Bleached Viscose-Merino Interlining Fabric from Japan
Bleached interlining woven from viscose filaments and 36.5% merino wool, not combed, for garment construction. Classed under HTS 5408.31.0510 for bleached wool-mixed artificial filaments. Stabilizes suits and jackets.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Interlining docs should note fusible vs non-fusible to avoid Chapter 59
• Test for square construction per note (f) if weights exceed 170g/m²
• Batch test yarn singles to exclude cabled yarn printcloth issues