Unbleached Acetate Voile Fabric

Lightweight, sheer plain weave fabric from unbleached acetate artificial filament yarn, falling under HTS 5408.31.20.90 for other unbleached/bleached woven artificial filament fabrics. Complies with flat fabric definition (low twist) and used for curtains and evening wear. Excludes specialized weaves per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.54.00.20Lower: 32.4% vs 49.9%

If synthetic filament like nylon

Nylon/polyester synthetics classify in 5407; acetate is artificial from cellulose.

5408.34Lower: 22% vs 49.9%

If printed or piece-dyed

Printing/dyeing moves to colored fabric subheadings in 5408.34.

6004.90Lower: 17% vs 49.9%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted fabrics of artificial filaments go to Chapter 60, not woven Chapter 54.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Submit fiber content analysis proving acetate artificial filament; blends over 50% may shift headings

Document plain weave and bleaching status; customs audits common for voile transparency claims