Combed Wool-Blended Polyester Suiting Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric combines combed polyester filament yarn with over 36% wool, featuring yarns of different colors for a textured pattern. It falls under HTS 5408.33.05.20 as a mixed woven fabric of artificial filament mainly with wool, combed, used primarily for high-end suiting. The color variegation and wool dominance distinguish it from uniform fabrics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% for this classification; declare color mix accurately to avoid reclassification
• Provide weave certificates showing combed artificial filaments and no tow usage