Polyester Georgette Fabric from China
Textured, lightweight woven fabric from polyester filament with twisted yarns, for apparel per note 9. Classified in HTS 5407.30.90.00 as other fabrics not fitting sheeting or printcloth definitions in notes d/e. Used in flowing dresses and scarves.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
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
• Measure yarn twist to ensure under 472 turns/m for 'flat fabric' per note (b)
• Specify end-use in commercial invoice to affirm note 9 section XI relevance
• Avoid bulk packaging mimicking industrial use to stay in apparel category