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Wool Luggage Covering PVC Fabric from Japan

Woven wool fabric covered with PVC plastic for durable luggage exteriors, abrasion-resistant. The visible plastic covering on flexible textile qualifies under 5903 for wool-based materials. Used by suitcase manufacturers.

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

• Document PVC application method and thickness; ensure <1500g/m² if relevant

• Provide end-use statement for industrial fabric

• Monitor wool safeguard quotas