Dyed Wool-Polyester Blend Suiting Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric contains 70% polyester staple fibers mixed with 30% wool, dyed in solid colors for suiting applications. It falls under HTS 5516.32.10.00 as it has less than 85% artificial staple fibers, mixed mainly with wool, and is dyed. The fabric weighs around 250 gsm, suitable for tailored garments.
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
• Verify exact fiber composition via lab testing to confirm under 85% artificial staple; provide mill test certificates
• Declare as 'dyed woven fabric' avoiding garment misclassification
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain polyester-wool blends from Asia