Alpaca Wool Knit Mittens with Thumb from Japan
Soft knitted mittens from alpaca wool with separated thumbs, blending warmth and dexterity for casual wear. Though mitten-like, classified as gloves under 6116.99.95.20 for wool content subject to restraints (431). Other textile materials include specialty wools like alpaca.
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 alpaca qualifies under wool restraint definitions; provide shear certificates if challenged
• Pair with proper packing lists showing retail units to avoid bulk reclassification
• Watch for seasonal quota exhaustion in category 431 affecting alpaca imports