Cashmere Trouser Hem Facing from Japan
Hem reinforcement facings from cashmere (fine animal hair) used in high-end wool trouser manufacturing or repairs. Falls under HTS 6217.90.90.55 for other wool/fine animal hair parts of trousers/breeches in non-knitted textile chapter.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Use certified lab reports for cashmere content to qualify under fine animal hair provisions
• Declare as industrial parts, not consumer goods, for potential duty reductions
• Monitor for anti-dumping duties on specific animal hair textiles from certain origins