Wool-Polyester Variegated Plaid Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is made from yarns of different colors, containing less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with wool, ideal for suiting and upholstery. It falls under HTS 5516.33.10.00 due to its multi-colored yarn construction and specific fiber blend as defined in Chapter 55. The plain weave structure meets the criteria for 'other' woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% artificial staple fibers; provide mill certificates for wool origin
• Ensure yarn color documentation to avoid reclassification as single-color
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls in apparel fabric imports