Printed Cotton-Wool Blend Tie Silk Substitute from China
Fine printed fabric 170 g/m² with 39% wool and 61% cotton (not combed), mimicking silk for neckties with subtle stripes. Under HTS 5212.15.10.10 for printed, lightweight 'other' cotton wovens with wool per Chapter 52. Alternative to pricier silks.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Test for exact weave (not twill/denim per subheading note) to stay in 'other'
• Include invoices showing retail fabric vs industrial to prevent end-use shifts