Poly-Cotton Dyed Lightweight Twill Alternative from China
Although plain weave, this 165 g/m² dyed fabric mimics twill appearance, 80% cotton/20% poly, yarn #48. Classed under HTS 5210.31.60 for plain weave confirmation, mixed fibers <85% cotton, weight specs, and yarn range. For casual button-downs.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.7%
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
• Microscopic weave analysis may be needed to distinguish plain from broken twill per notes
• Track origin quotas for cotton components under US notes to prevent entry denials
• Bundle with dyeing certificates showing process post-weaving