Merino Wool Polyester Blend Houndstooth Fabric from China
Premium houndstooth weave fabric with 42% merino wool and 58% polyester staple fibers, multi-color yarns, not combed. Fits HTS 5516.33.0510: <85% artificial staple mainly with fine animal hair >36%, different colors. For high-end trousers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
62.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Specify fine animal hair type in invoices; ensure <85% artificial declaration
• Common issue: undervaluing wool content