Unbleached Wool-Viscose Sheeting Fabric from Japan
Unbleached plain weave sheeting fabric with 38% wool and 62% viscose staple fibers, 160 gsm, square construction over 33 ends/picks per cm, yarn number 65. Classified in HTS 5516.31.05.10 for uncombed artificial fibers mixed with ≥36% wool, unbleached. Ideal for bedding or apparel shirting.
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
• Document square construction and thread count to match sheeting definition; poor records lead to poplin misclassification
• Ensure no napping if claiming sheeting, as napped variants may require separate verification
• Provide yarn number proofs (68 or lower) to prevent disputes under statistical note exclusions