Bleached Modal-Wool Printcloth Alternative Fabric from Japan
This 78% modal staple fiber and 22% wool plain weave fabric, bleached, 155 gsm, mimics printcloth specs but as 'other' due to wool mix. Fits HTS 5516.31.10.00 for bleached wool-blended artificial staple under 85%. Suitable for blouses.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Confirm not true printcloth via yarn count tests; include width measurements
• Common issue: undervaluing wool content leading to wrong chapter