Merino Wool Long-Sleeve Thermal Base Layer Top from Japan
A form-fitting long-sleeve top knitted from fine merino wool, intended as a thermal base layer for outdoor activities, without waist tightening features. Classified under HTS 6109.90.15 due to its wool composition, long sleeves, and T-shirt-like design per chapter definitions. Merino wool offers moisture-wicking and temperature regulation.
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
• Confirm stitch density meets Chapter 61 standards; low stitches (<10 per cm) may reclassify away from 6109
• Include country-of-origin certificates for wool; superfine merino often imports from Australia/New Zealand
• Avoid pockets below waist or ribbed bottoms to stay in 6109; document design specs for CBP review