Acrylic-Alpaca Mixed Bulky Yarn from Japan
Bulky weight yarn of 70% acrylic and 30% alpaca fine hair for winter accessories. Classified in HTS 5509.61.00.00 as acrylic staple yarn mixed mainly with fine animal hair, in large industrial cones. Excellent loft and warmth for machine knitting.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
13.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Specify alpaca fiber diameter (<30 microns) qualifies as fine animal hair
• Include production records showing no retail intent or packaging
• Avoid declaring as 'handicraft yarn' which risks retail subheading shift