Polyester-Llama Hair Sportswear Yarn from Japan
Performance yarn blending polyester staple mainly with llama fine hair for activewear knits. Falls under HTS 5509.52.00.00 as industrial polyester yarn mixed chiefly with animal hair. Moisture-wicking polyester enhances llama's natural insulation.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide supplier affidavits on animal hair sourcing to meet CITES if applicable
• Classify based on chief weight fiber, not end-use like sportswear
• Avoid common pitfall of undervaluing luxury llama blends