Printed Satin-Weave Polyester-Cotton Blend Drapery from China
Luxurious printed satin weave fabric >170 g/m², with polyester staple fibers (<85%) mixed mainly with cotton for drapery applications. HTS 5514.43.0020 applies due to its satin weave, printed status, and Chapter 55 definitions excluding lighter or different weaves. Provides sheen and strength for window treatments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
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 detailed weave diagrams proving satin/twill to distinguish from plain weaves in notes
• Avoid bulk packaging over 50m rolls without stabilization to prevent customs damage claims
• Confirm no chemical finishes that could reclassify as coated (Chapter 59)