Napped Polyester Sheeting Fabric from China
Lightly napped plain weave sheeting, 165 gsm mixed polyester staple, 36 picks/cm square weave yarn #67. Napping permitted by sheeting note (b). For soft-touch bedding applications under HTS 5515.99.90.20.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
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 napping process doesn't alter base weave specs qualifying as sheeting
• Avoid over-napping resembling flannel (Chapter 60 knits) to maintain woven status
• Use HS explanatory notes confirming napped sheeting remains Chapter 55