Wool Polyester-Viscose Broadcloth from Japan
Although polyester is synthetic, this dyed broadcloth is woven mainly from artificial viscose filaments with 39% wool, qualifying for HTS 5408.32.05 over synthetic headings. Used for formal wear linings and interfaces.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Distinguish artificial (viscose/acetate) from synthetic (polyester) predominance in blends