Combed Viscose-Alpaca Blend Herringbone Fabric from Canada
Herringbone weave fabric of combed viscose filaments with 41% alpaca hair in different colored yarns. HTS 5408.33.05.20 due to ≥36% fine hair and artificial filament base, combed. Used for sophisticated sport coats.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
29.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Declare alpaca as fine animal hair distinctly; provide statistical note compliance for weave
• Pitfall: industrial end-use reclass to lower duty but higher scrutiny