Jacquard Cotton Curtain Fabric

This lightweight jacquard woven cotton fabric, weighing under 200 g/m² and containing over 85% cotton, features intricate multicolored patterns created by yarns of different colors with an average yarn number of 42 or lower. It is classified under HTS 5208.49.40.20 due to its jacquard weave structure and specific yarn and weight specifications as per Chapter 52 notes. Primarily used for home décor like curtains.

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.

5208.42.40Higher: 46.4% vs 43.1%

If classified as denim fabric

Denim defined in subheading note as 3/4-thread twill with specific warp/weft color rules shifts to 5208.42 if matching criteria.

5208.19.40Lower: 42% vs 43.1%

If not yarns of different colors

Fabrics of uniform color yarns fall under 5208.19, changing heading due to color composition provision.

6303.92.10Lower: 21.3% vs 43.1%

If imported as finished curtain

Completed curtains for retail are classified by end-use in Chapter 63, not as fabric.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify yarn number using Chapter 52 formula (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring average ≤42 constant for accurate classification

Provide lab test reports confirming ≥85% cotton content and weight ≤200 g/m² to avoid reclassification to higher-duty subheadings

Label as 'jacquard woven' with pattern details; common pitfall is misdeclaring weave type leading to audits

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Floral Jacquard Cotton Dress Lining Fabric

This 88% cotton jacquard fabric weighs 170 g/m² with yarn number 41 from different colored yarns, designed for dress linings with floral motifs. HTS 5208.49.40.20 applies due to high cotton content, weight limit, multi-color yarns, and jacquard weave as defined in Chapter 52 notes.

Damask-Style Jacquard Cotton Bedspread Fabric

Heavy-pattern jacquard cotton (86% cotton, 195 g/m², #42 yarn, different colors) mimicking damask for bedspreads. HTS 5208.49.40.20 due to precise match on cotton %, weight, yarn number, and jacquard weave per US notes.

Jacquard Cotton Apparel Shell Fabric

Versatile jacquard woven cotton (89% cotton, 160 g/m², yarn #40, varied colors) for outerwear shells with textured patterns. Classified HTS 5208.49.40.20 for multi-color yarns, low yarn number, lightweight, high cotton content, jacquard per Chapter 52.

Intricate Jacquard Cotton Wall Hanging Fabric

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Ethnic Motif Jacquard Cotton Cushion Cover Fabric

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