Alpaca Wool Mantilla from Japan
A traditional lace-like shawl made from soft alpaca fiber, often worn over the head and shoulders for formal occasions like weddings. It qualifies under HTS 6214.20.00.00 as a mantilla of fine animal hair (alpaca is classified as such), rectangular and exceeding 60 cm sides. Made-up from woven fabric, not orthopedic.
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
• Source from Andean regions with CITES documentation if pure alpaca to comply with wildlife regs
• Declare as 'mantilla' precisely; vague terms like 'veil' risk scrutiny under veil subheadings