Variegated Polyester Apparel Lining Fabric from China

This fabric features 87% textured polyester filaments in multiple colors, woven to HTS 5407.53.10.00 thread count standards (warp 70-142/cm, filling 32-71/cm). Primarily used as lining for jackets and dresses, providing slipperiness and breathability. The different color yarns create a subtle patterned effect visible on garment insides.

Duty Rate — China → United States

52.4%

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

Classify based on predominant use; apparel lining stays in Chapter 54 unless garment-constructed (Chapter 62)

Watch for misdeclaration as lower-count fabric—precise thread count testing prevents duty underpayment penalties

Document 'different colors' with colorfastness and dye lot certificates