Printed Poly-Cotton Oxford Shirt Fabric from China
This lightweight printed oxford cloth, weighing 180 g/m², contains 80% cotton mixed with 20% polyester man-made fibers, classified under HTS 5210.59.40.20 due to its low cotton content, printed finish, weight under 200 g/m², and average yarn number 42 or lower typical of oxford weave. It is commonly used for casual button-down shirts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and man-made mix for accurate classification
• Provide weave analysis and yarn count documentation (average #42 or lower) to CBP to avoid reclassification
• Ensure printed patterns meet 'printed' subheading criteria; avoid common pitfalls like misdeclared weight