Cotton-Polyester Twill Workwear Fabric from China
This unbleached twill weave fabric, weighing 220 g/m², contains 60% polyester staple fibers mixed with 40% cotton, exceeding 170 g/m² threshold. It falls under HTS 5514.19.90.40 due to its twill weave structure and synthetic-cotton blend not reaching 85% synthetic content. Commonly used for durable work pants and jackets.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
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 exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% synthetic staple fibers for accurate classification
• Provide mill certificates showing weight >170 g/m² and weave type (twill/satin) to avoid reclassification