Lightweight Cotton Gingham Check Fabric

This plain weave cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight, weighs 90 g/m², and uses yarns of different colors in a classic gingham check pattern. The average yarn number is 40, fitting the 'number 42 or lower' criterion as per Chapter 52 notes. It is ideal for casual shirts and summer dresses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China8.1%+35.0%43.1%
🇲🇽Mexico8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇨🇦Canada8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇩🇪Germany8.1%+10.0%18.1%
🇯🇵Japan8.1%+10.0%18.1%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.31.40Same rate: 43.1%

If yarns are all the same color

Unbleached or bleached yarns (same color) shift to 5208.31, excluding 'yarns of different colors' provision.

5208.42.40.00Higher: 46.4% vs 43.1%

If yarn number above 42 (finer yarns)

Higher average yarn number (>42) moves to 5208.42, as coarser yarns (≤42) are specifically for 5208.41.

5211.42.00Same rate: 43.1%

If cotton content <85% but ≥36%

Lower cotton percentage falls under Chapter 52 heading 5211 for mixed fabrics, changing material composition heading.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring ≤42 for this subheading

Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤100 g/m² to avoid reclassification