Heavy Polyester-Cotton Checkered Fabric from China
Checkered pattern fabric from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton (<85% poly), over 170 g/m², with yarns of different colors creating the design. Classified in HTS 5514.30.33 for its specific mixed composition, weight, and non-uniform color yarns. Popular for tablecloths and casual upholstery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
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
• Document pattern construction to prove 'yarns of different colors' vs. printed designs
• Comply with cotton content rules; blends over 85% poly reclassify easily