Bleached Fine Wool-Viscose Broadcloth from Japan
Bleached broadcloth fabric with 37% fine wool and 63% viscose staple, 155 gsm, plain weave non-square, average yarn 55. Meets HTS 5516.31.05.10 for uncombed, wool ≥36%, bleached, fitting broadcloth per statistical note exclusions. Popular for blouses and dresses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
19.8%
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
• Broadcloth claims need yarn number >26 proof; lower numbers exclude per note (b)(ii)
• Label as 'bleached' not 'scoured only' to match tariff term; ambiguity causes delays
• Retail bolt packaging supports fabric classification; cut pieces risk garment heading