Polyester Twill Weave Workwear Fabric from China
Heavy-duty twill weave fabric from 85% polyester staple and 15% cotton, 280 gsm, for work pants and jackets. HTS 5512.99.0040 due to meeting minimum synthetic staple threshold and twill structure. Durable with soil-release properties.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47%
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
• Borderline 85% blends require precise testing; small variances shift to 5513
• Industrial end-use doesn't change classification—focus on material specs
• Declare accurate colorfastness if dyed, as reactive dyes may need special notes