Polyester-Merino Plaid Shirting Fabric from China
Crisp woven shirting material of polyester filaments in plaid multicolored pattern, blended mainly with merino fine animal hair for breathability. Falls under HTS 5407.93.10.00 for its synthetic base, colored yarn mix, and wool predominance. Used for custom dress shirts.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
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
• Conduct fiber burn tests if challenged on wool content; document for customs appeals
• Declare average yarn number to ensure not misclassified as poplin under statistical note (c)