Lesotho Fine Merino Wool Crewneck Sweater from Japan
This crewneck sweater is made from 100% fine merino wool with fiber diameter of 19.5 microns, knit-to-shape in Lesotho, a designated AGOA beneficiary country. It qualifies under HTS 9819.11.18 because it contains over 50% wool of 21.5 microns or finer and is fully knit-to-shape in one such country. The lightweight construction makes it ideal for year-round layering.
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 wool fiber diameter certification from Lesotho supplier; ensure knit-to-shape documentation proves no post-knitting assembly; exclude Rwanda-origin goods to maintain AGOA eligibility