Checked Polyester-Cotton Heavy Twill Lining from China
Cross twill fabric >170 g/m² with checked pattern from different color yarns, less than 85% polyester staple mixed with cotton. Classed in HTS 5514.30.32.80 for its twill type, weight, fiber blend, and color variation per Chapter 55 statistical notes excluding lighter plain weaves. For jacket linings and heavy apparel.
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
• Lining imports often paired with garments; declare separately to avoid Chapter 62 set classification
• Confirm no napping, as napped fabrics may align with broadcloth exclusions if plain weave
• Colorfastness tests recommended for checked patterns to preempt quality claims