Unbleached Napped Polyester-Cotton Twill Bag Fabric from China

Heavy unbleached 3-thread twill at 240 g/m² with 65% polyester staple and 35% cotton, napped for grip and durability in tote bags. Meets HTS 5514.12.0040 criteria: synthetic staple <85% mainly with cotton, twill weave, weight >170 g/m², napped. Used for rugged reusable shopping bags.

Duty Rate — China → United States

49.9%

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

Submit unbleached certification and yarn count details to match Chapter 55 statistical notes for twill

Label rolls with exact composition and weight; common pitfall is vague 'poly-cotton' without percentages

Prepare for fiber content disputes—retain supplier affidavits confirming staple fiber type

Unbleached Napped Polyester-Cotton Twill Bag Fabric from China — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5514.12.00.40