Navy Oxford Cotton-Acrylic Blend Uniform Cloth from China
Dyed navy oxford cloth with acrylic staple fibers less than 85% mixed primarily with cotton, used for work uniforms and school attire. Meets HTS 5516.42.00.70 specifications for dyed oxford in Chapter 55 man-made staple fabrics.
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
• Document end-use as apparel to prevent shift to industrial codes; uniforms are apparel-grade
• Test for square construction if challenged, as oxford often borders poplin/broadcloth notes
• Bundle with mill test reports for dye fastness and fiber content compliance