Dyed Viscose-Cotton Shirting Fabric from China
Dyed twill weave shirting with 72% viscose staple fibers and 28% cotton, 145 gsm. HTS 5516.42.00 covers this dyed woven blend <85% artificial mixed with cotton, suitable for formal shirts. Not qualifying as poplin or sheeting per notes.
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
• Submit weave diagrams for twill confirmation; ensure no napping to avoid broadcloth mix-up
• Pitfall: Retail packaged rolls may need set classification review