Synthetic Wool-Blend Dinner Jacket Ensemble from Japan
This black-tie dinner jacket ensemble includes a satin-lapel jacket and pleated trousers made of synthetic fabric with 36%+ wool, recognized under Chapter notes as a valid suit variant. It fits HTS 6203.23.0040 for men's ensembles of synthetic fibers meeting wool content, put up as a coordinated retail set. Piping in contrasting fabric is permitted per notes.
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
• Document as 'ensemble' not 'suit' on entry forms; misclassification as suit can trigger higher duties or audits
• Test for wool content independently; importers often face challenges proving exact percentages without certificates
• Ensure no pockets below waist or ribbed waistbands to avoid overlap with headings 6205/6206 per Chapter exclusions