Unbleached Flax-Wool Blend Suiting Fabric from China
This woven fabric is made from unbleached flax fibers combined with over 17% fine wool, used primarily for tailoring men's suits and jackets. It falls under HTS 5309.21.20.00 because it contains less than 85% flax, is unbleached, and exceeds 17% wool content by weight. The plain weave construction provides durability and a natural texture ideal for formal apparel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52%
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 fiber content through lab testing to confirm >17% wool and <85% flax, as required for Chapter 53 classification
• Include mill certificates and yarn composition documents to avoid reclassification during customs examination
• Ensure unbleached status is evident; any chemical processing could shift to bleached subheading 5309.22