Polyester-Cotton Variegated Plaid Shirt Fabric

This woven fabric is made from artificial staple fibers mixed with polyester filaments, featuring yarns of different colors in a plaid pattern. It contains less than 85% artificial staple fibers and is classified under HTS 5516.23.00 due to the multi-colored yarn composition and filament mixing. Ideal for casual shirts and blouses.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China8.5%+35.0%43.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico8.5%+10.0%18.5%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada8.5%+10.0%18.5%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany8.5%+10.0%18.5%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan8.5%+10.0%18.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5515.12.00Higher: 47% vs 43.5%

If containing 85% or more artificial staple fibers

Higher staple fiber content moves it to heading 5515 for fabrics not mixed with filaments.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 43.5%

If predominantly synthetic filaments without staple fibers

Pure filament fabrics without significant staple mixing fall under Chapter 54.

5210.21Lower: 22.5% vs 43.5%

If mixed mainly with cotton instead of man-made filaments

Cotton-based mixed woven fabrics are classified in Chapter 52.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed with filaments

β€’ Provide detailed yarn color specifications and weave analysis in documentation to avoid misclassification