Dyed Combed Merino Wool Artificial Blend from Japan
Premium dyed fabric blending 45% combed merino wool with artificial staple fibers, plain weave suitable for suiting. Falls under HTS 5516.32.0520 as dyed, combed, with ≥36% wool and artificial fibers <85%, per chapter notes for mixed woven fabrics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include mill test reports for merino wool combing and dye fastness to speed clearance
• Ensure no napping that could mimic excluded poplin types; document weave specs
• Avoid bulk packaging misclassification as industrial by specifying retail yardage