Alpaca Wool Driving Gloves from Japan
Luxury knitted alpaca wool gloves designed for driving with supple fit and unvented backs. Classified under HTS 6116.91.00.00 as knitted gloves of fine animal hair (alpaca qualifies), for general use despite driving purpose.
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
• Alpaca fiber tests required to distinguish from coarse hair classifications
• Ensure no leather content exceeds accessory levels
• Register trademarks for luxury branded wool gloves