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Wool-Blend Artificial Fiber Cocktail Dress from Japan

This elegant cocktail dress is made from a blend of artificial fibers and at least 36% wool or fine animal hair, featuring a fitted bodice and flared skirt for formal occasions. It falls under HTS 6204.44.3010 as a women's dress containing the specified wool percentage by weight, classified in Chapter 62 for non-knitted made-up textile articles. The artificial fiber base with wool blend determines its precise subheading.

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

• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm 36%+ wool or fine animal hair, as misdeclaration can lead to penalties

• Include detailed invoices specifying weight percentages and country of origin for preferential tariff treatment

• Avoid common pitfalls like classifying as pure artificial fiber (6204.43) without wool documentation