Polyester-Wool Broadcloth Dress Fabric from Japan
Plain weave broadcloth of polyester staple fibers containing 40% wool, not combed, suitable for dresses and skirts with a smooth finish. Falls under HTS 5515.13.0510 as other woven synthetic staple fabrics mixed mainly with wool over 36%. Not square construction, under 170 gsm.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
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
• Label rolls with exact wool percentage and 'not combed' status for CBP compliance
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as pure wool; staple fiber dominance keeps it in Chapter 55
• Use commercial invoices specifying end-use as apparel to prevent industrial reclassification