Textured Polyester Taffeta Heavyweight from China
Bleached taffeta weave fabric exceeding 170 g/m², made predominantly from textured polyester filaments (85%+), for lining and accessories. Falls under 5407.51.0060 for its specified weight and preparation state.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
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
• Specify weave type (e.g
• taffeta) in entry docs to prevent grouping as generic 'other'
• Ensure no napping that could trigger broadcloth exclusions per statistical note (c)
• Monitor for contamination; pure polyester certification avoids reclassification