Heavyweight Printed Cotton Twill Sateen Fabric from China
This heavyweight woven cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight and exceeds 200 g/m², featuring a printed sateen weave with twill characteristics. It meets the criteria for HTS 5209.59.00.25 as a printed sateen fabric, not denim, used for upholstery and heavy apparel. The dense weave and printing distinguish it from lighter or unprinted cottons.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.9%
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 fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² via lab testing and provide mill test certificates to confirm >85% cotton content
• Include detailed weave diagrams and printing process documentation to prove sateen/twill classification, avoiding reclassification to plain weave
• Beware of quantitative restrictions on cotton imports; ensure origin complies with WTO limits if applicable