Combed Modacrylic-Lambswool Printcloth Alternative from China
This fabric mimics printcloth specs but qualifies under 5515.22.05.20 as combed modacrylic with 37% lambswool, plain weave under 170 g/m², 50 yarn number, over 33 singles per cm². Not strictly printcloth due to wool blend exclusions. For shirting and casual wear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
57.6%
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 why it doesn't fit printcloth note (c) exactly; use weave photos
• Ensure no multiple yarns to avoid cheesecloth misclassification
• Track duty savings vs. garment imports