Dyed Merino Wool Acrylic Broadcloth from Japan
Dyed plain weave broadcloth with 38% merino wool and 62% acrylic staple fibers, not combed, suitable for shirts and linings. HTS 5516.32.0510 applies due to wool content over 36% mixed with <85% artificial fibers, fitting broadcloth specs excluding napped types.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
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 average yarn number >26 to qualify as broadcloth per Chapter 55 notes
• Include origin certificates for wool to prevent undervaluation claims
• Avoid selling in sets with trims, as that could reclassify as apparel parts