High-Count Egyptian Cotton Percale Sheeting Fabric from China
This lightweight percale fabric, made from 100% cotton yarns numbered 69 or higher, weighs under 100 g/m² and features a plain weave dyed in solid colors. It is classified under HTS 5208.31.80 due to its high yarn count, cotton content over 85%, low weight, and dyed plain weave construction as defined in Chapter 52 notes. Commonly used for premium bed sheets and pillowcases.
Duty Rate — China → United States
50%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Verify average yarn number using Chapter 52 formula (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; fractions disregarded
• Provide lab test reports confirming >=85% cotton content and weight <=100 g/m² to avoid reclassification
• Ensure dyeing is uniform and even; piece-dyed fabrics qualify, but printed ones shift to 5208.52