High-Twist Polyester Suit Interlining from China
A structured woven interlining fabric entirely from polyester yarns of 75-80 decitex, 24 filaments, and 900+ tpm twist, used in suit jackets for shape retention. Classified under HTS 5407.61.91.00 for its exact single yarn parameters and 85%+ non-textured polyester content. The high twist provides crispness essential for tailored garments.
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
• Submit detailed yarn construction affidavits from manufacturers to prove twist and filament compliance
• Label rolls clearly with HTS specs to facilitate CBP review and prevent misclassification as general polyester fabric