Stretch Blue Denim Cotton-Viscose Fabric from China
This blue denim fabric mixes cotton with under 85% viscose staple fibers and a spandex component for stretch, using differently colored yarns in twill weave. It fits HTS 5516.43.00.10 due to its mixed artificial-cotton composition and blue denim style. Used in fitted jeans and casual wear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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 spandex content separately if >3%, as it may affect overall fiber mix calculations
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'blue denim' and yarn color variance to avoid reclassification