Cashmere-Acetate Printed Scarf Lining Fabric from Japan
Lightweight printed woven fabric of 52% acetate staple and 48% cashmere (fine animal hair) for luxury scarf linings. HTS 5516.34.05 applies due to its printed paisley design, artificial staple under 85% mainly mixed with fine hair over 36%. Provides smooth drape and subtle luxury.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
29.7%
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
• Document cashmere purity to comply with fine hair definitions; printing must be surface-applied post-weaving
• Pitfall: undervaluing luxury blends leads to audits
• Label as 'lining fabric' for accurate end-use