Unbleached Merino Wool-Viscose Blend from Japan
Unbleached fabric blending 45% merino wool with 55% viscose staple, uncombed, 152 gsm sheeting weave. HTS 5516.31.05.10 for ≥36% fine animal hair/wool, artificial staple uncombed, unbleached. Soft for scarves or linings.
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
• Merino as 'fine animal hair' confirmed via fiber diameter tests
• Unbleached means natural grease intact; cleaning shifts category
• European wool origins need CITES if applicable for fine hairs