Polyester-Cotton Satin Twill Fabric from China
A woven fabric featuring a satin weave construction primarily composed of synthetic staple fibers mixed with man-made filaments like polyester. This twill-patterned material is used for upholstery and apparel linings, classified under HTS 5515.91.0040 due to its specific weave and fiber blend exceeding 85% synthetic content.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47%
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
• Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm over 85% synthetic staple fibers for accurate classification
• Include detailed weave specifications (satin or twill) in commercial invoices to avoid reclassification
• Watch for common pitfalls like mislabeling filament content, which could shift to Chapter 54 headings