Bleached Combed Acetate-Wool Dress Fabric

An unbleached or bleached woven fabric of combed acetate artificial filaments blended mainly with wool exceeding 36% by weight, offering a silky sheen and durability. Classified under HTS 5408.31.0520 for its artificial filament base, combed processing, and high wool mix. Used for elegant women's dresses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China25%+35.0%60%
🇲🇽Mexico25%+10.0%35%
🇨🇦Canada25%+10.0%35%
🇩🇪Germany25%+10.0%35%
🇯🇵Japan25%+10.0%35%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5408.32.05Lower: 54.7% vs 60%

If dyed or printed

Dyed or printed versions move to subsequent color subheadings in 5408.32.

5112.19.60Same rate: 60%

If predominantly fine animal hair over artificial yarn

High fine hair content (over 85%) classifies under wool/fine hair Chapter 51.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 60%

If coated or laminated for textile use

Surface treatments like coating shift to Chapter 59 for impregnated fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Declare exact bleaching process; unbleached or lightly bleached qualifies, but heavy processing may require dyed subheadings

Provide weave analysis to confirm it's not poplin/broadcloth per Chapter 54 notes

Watch for undervaluation pitfalls—wool content inflates value for duty calculation

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