Unbleached Wool-Blended Artificial Staple Fiber Suiting Fabric from Canada
This unbleached woven fabric is made from artificial staple fibers mixed with 40% wool, primarily used for tailoring men's suits. It falls under HTS 5516.31.05 because it contains less than 85% artificial staple fibers, is unbleached, and has 36% or more wool by weight. The plain weave construction meets chapter specifications for blended fabrics.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
29.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm at least 36% wool, as discrepancies can lead to reclassification
• Provide mill certificates and yarn composition details to prove unbleached status and avoid bleaching duties
• Ensure invoices specify weight percentages to prevent undervaluation penalties