Dyed Textured Polyester Lining Fabric from China
Smooth, dyed lining fabric of 92% textured polyester filaments weighing 130 g/m², used in jacket and skirt linings. HTS 5407.52.20.40 applies as other dyed woven fabric meeting weight and filament criteria. Its slippery finish reduces friction in garments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Certify filament type (textured vs. flat) with supplier affidavits to prevent downgauging to flat yarn codes
• Declare end-use as lining fabric; avoid apparel classification unless cut and sewn
• Watch for bulk packaging vs. retail cuts, which may trigger different statistical reporting