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Fine Merino Wool Mix Tuxedo Shirt from Japan

Elegant women's tuxedo-style shirt-blouse made with 38% fine merino wool blended with 62% polyester man-made fibers, featuring pleated bib front, long sleeves, and wing collar. Classified under HTS 6206.40.2510 due to its man-made fiber base exceeding 36% wool content, full upper body coverage, and compliance with shirt-blouse definitions. Ideal for formal wear without prohibited features like waist pockets.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

14.3%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Obtain certificates of origin and fiber analysis reports to substantiate wool content claims during customs valuation

• Label garments clearly with fiber composition per FTC rules to prevent reclassification or seizures

• Watch for ensemble sets; if sold with matching bottoms, it may qualify as an ensemble under separate provisions