Polyester-Viscose Satin Dress Fabric from China
A lightweight satin weave fabric made primarily from polyester staple fibers mixed with viscose rayon staple fibers, ideal for evening dresses and formal wear. It falls under HTS 5515.11.00.40 due to its satin weave construction and specific fiber blend exceeding 85% polyester with viscose. The smooth, lustrous finish provides a luxurious drape.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
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 fiber content via lab tests to confirm over 85% polyester staple fibers with viscose rayon for accurate classification
• Include weave structure certification (satin/twill) in documentation to avoid misclassification as plain weave under 5515.12
• Watch for undervaluation pitfalls; provide detailed invoices showing staple fiber processing