Combed Polyester-Cashmere Suiting Fabric from Japan
Luxury combed woven fabric of polyester staple fibers blended mainly with cashmere, used for high-end suiting. HTS 5515.13.10.20 applies to this mixed combed polyester-wool/fine hair fabric not fitting poplin or sheeting precisely. Combed finish provides softness.
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
• Cashmere requires authenticity certificates to prevent fraud claims at customs
• Document yarn processing to prove combing, avoiding downgrade to 5515.12
• Watch for set classification if imported with trims for garments