Combed Alpaca-Synthetic Broadcloth from Japan
Combed broadcloth plain weave not square construction, 41% alpaca fine hair and 59% polyester staples, >170 g/m². Meets HTS 5515.99.05.20 for combed other woven synthetic fabrics with high fine hair content. Perfect for structured blazers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify alpaca as fine animal hair (not coarse) via fiber diameter tests
• Document yarn number to validate broadcloth exclusion criteria
• Prefer piece-goods entry over cut lengths