Bleached Viscose-Wool Scarf Fabric from Japan
Fine bleached woven viscose rayon filament fabric blended with 45% fine merino wool, not combed, for luxury scarves. Fits HTS 5408.31.0510 criteria for bleached artificial filament weaves with ≥36% wool content. The mix yields a soft, flowing drape perfect for accessories.
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
• Retain supplier affidavits confirming 'not combed' and exact wool ratios to counter audit challenges
• Specify g/m² weight on docs to align with chapter exclusions for sheeting or printcloth
• Package as flat fabric, not apparel sets, to maintain Chapter 54 classification