Discharge Printed Acetate Staple-Silk Filament Shirting

Formal shirting fabric blending acetate staple (<85%) with silk filaments, plain weave discharge printed for subtle luxury patterns. Mixed solely with man-made filaments per heading. Precisely 5516.24.0085 discharge printed.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5007.20.00Lower: 35% vs 49.9%

If silk predominates >85%

High silk filament content reclassifies to silk woven fabrics.

5515.13Lower: 22% vs 49.9%

If mixed with cotton staple

Cotton staple mixes under 5515, not filament-specific 5516.2.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Silk filament content requires Chapter 50 documentation cross-check; declare luxury status

Avoid set classification if sold solo

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