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Merino Wool Gauze Lining Fabric from Japan

Breathable merino wool gauze designed as garment lining, featuring the half-turn doup thread construction per heading 5803 definition. Reduces bulk while allowing air circulation. Classified as other wool gauze under 5803.00.30.00.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

16.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Use detailed invoices specifying 'gauze weave' and thread count to support classification

• Test for wool purity; blends under 50% wool shift to other material headings