Thermal Napped Poly-Cotton Twill Flannel Substitute from China
Bleached, napped 3-thread twill with 78% cotton and 22% polyester, at 230 g/m², mimicking traditional flannel but with twill structure for pajamas and loungewear. It falls under HTS 5211.20.22.40 due to <85% cotton, man-made mix, specific weave, napping, bleaching, and weight. Offers enhanced durability over pure cotton versions.
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
• Label as 'napped twill' in invoices; generic 'flannel' may cause confusion with knitted Chapter 60
• Test for average yarn number per US notes if challenged, ensuring compliance with woven cotton metrics