Fine Wool Synthetic Sweater Shorts Set from Japan
Knitted women's ensemble of lightweight fine wool-blend synthetic sweater and shorts (non-swimwear), identical fabric with ≥23% wool, put up for retail. Classified under HTS 6104.23.0022 as sweater ensembles of synthetic fibers meeting wool content for chapter 61.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Declare exact wool percentage and knitting stitch count if challenged; photograph retail packaging
• Pitfall: shorts with swimwear features excluded from ensemble definition