Cashmere Needleloom Felt for Insulation from Japan
High-loft needleloom felt from pure cashmere, used for premium thermal insulation in jackets and coats. Meets HTS 5602.10.90.10 criteria as wool or fine animal hair needleloom felt without impregnation or lamination. Mechanical needling provides structure.
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
• Require certificates of origin for cashmere to qualify for preferential tariffs if from eligible countries
• Test for fiber diameter to confirm 'fine animal hair' status, avoiding reclass to coarser categories
• Declare specific end-use (insulation) to prevent confusion with apparel fabric under Chapter 61