Printed Polyester-Wool Blend Dress Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is printed and mixed mainly with wool, containing 40% wool and 60% polyester filament yarn, not combed. It falls under HTS 5408.34.0510 due to its artificial filament base, printed finish, and high wool content exceeding 36% by weight. Ideal for high-end dressmaking.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify wool content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% for this classification; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Include detailed yarn composition and printing process documentation in entry filings to avoid customs holds
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on polyester filament imports from certain origins