Performance Blue Denim Polyester-Viscose from China
Technical blue denim fabric with polyester staple fibers mainly blended with viscose rayon, treated for moisture-wicking in activewear pants. HTS 5515.11.0010 due to core fiber mix and blue denim category, despite finishes. Combines comfort with functionality.
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
• Disclose chemical finishes but classify based on base fabric, not treatments under textile notes
• Comply with FTC Care Labeling Rule for moisture-wicking claims on imported yardage
• Test pilling resistance (ASTM D3512) to support performance declarations