Printed Polyester-Wool Blend Suiting Fabric from China
This woven fabric is a blend of 70% polyester staple fibers and 30% wool, printed with a subtle herringbone pattern, weighing approximately 220 gsm. It falls under HTS 5516.34.10.00 as it contains less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with wool and is printed. Used primarily for tailoring men's suits and trousers.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
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 fibers mixed with wool, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification
• Provide dyeing and printing process documentation to prove 'printed' status under statistical note requirements
• Ensure commercial invoice specifies gsm and yarn construction to avoid disputes over 'other' category