Polyester-Viscose Twill Dress Fabric from China
This dyed twill weave fabric contains 70% viscose staple fibers mixed with 30% polyester filaments, weighing around 200 gsm, ideal for women's dresses and skirts. It falls under HTS 5516.22.00.40 due to its twill weave construction, less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with man-made filaments, and even dyeing throughout. The fabric's durability and drape make it popular for apparel manufacturing.
Duty Rate — China → United States
52.4%
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% artificial staple and filament mix, as misclassification to 5515 can occur
• Provide dyeing certificates and weave structure documentation to customs for smooth clearance
• Avoid common pitfalls like incomplete invoices lacking gsm weight and yarn details