Lightweight Cotton Gingham Check Fabric from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.6%
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 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