Girls' Merino Wool Shirt-Blouse from Japan
A shirt-blouse for girls with long sleeves, full front opening from neckline, and made of 100% merino wool fabric. Classified in HTS 6206.20.30 as other women's/girls' blouses of fine animal hair, adhering to definitions excluding ribbed waistbands or low pockets. Chapter notes prioritize this heading for upper-body garments with openings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label clearly as 'girls'' with height/age indicators if near baby size to avoid 6209 confusion
• Confirm woven construction; knitted versions require Chapter 61 HTS like 6106.10
• Declare exact animal hair type (e.g
• merino) on commercial invoice for CBP verification