Polyester Batiste Lining Fabric from China
Crisp, fine polyester batiste (85%+ staple fibers) for garment linings, classified as batiste in 5512.19.0035 due to lightweight, smooth weave under 170 g/m². Reduces friction in dresses and jackets. Popular in ready-to-wear production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.6%
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
• Lining sets with garments risk Chapter 62 classification if imported together
• Confirm no square construction >33 threads to avoid sheeting subheadings
• Dye lots must match invoices for valuation audits