Synthetic Batiste Dress Lining from China
Fine, lightweight batiste fabric from polyester staple fibers, plain woven for use as dress linings and blouses, under 170 g/m². Classified in HTS 5515.99.90.30 as 'batistes' among other synthetic staple fiber wovens matching the lightweight category (226). Its crisp, smooth finish suits delicate apparel.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.5%
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
• Document average yarn number to distinguish batiste from printcloth or sheeting per statistical notes
• Ensure width measurements if under 168 cm to avoid printcloth misclassification
• Use GSP or trade agreements for duty-free entry if originating from eligible countries