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Printed Blue Denim Polyester Overlay from China

Blue denim base fabric from polyester staples with subtle surface printing for upholstery or decorative panels. Classified HTS 5515.19.00.10 as core blue denim of polyester, where printing doesn't override weave/color designation.

Duty Rate — China → United States

49.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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

• Printing must not obscure base 'blue denim'; provide pre-print photos or swatches to CBP

• Avoid printcloth specs (43-68 yarn #, <170gsm); denim exceeds these