Printed Polyester-Wool Blend Dress Fabric from China
This woven fabric is printed and mixed mainly with wool, containing 40% wool and 60% polyester filament yarn, not combed. It falls under HTS 5408.34.0510 due to its artificial filament base, printed finish, and high wool content exceeding 36% by weight. Ideal for high-end dressmaking.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Verify wool content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% for this classification; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Include detailed yarn composition and printing process documentation in entry filings to avoid customs holds
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on polyester filament imports from certain origins