Printed Poly-Cotton Broadcloth Dress Lining from China

A lightweight printed broadcloth fabric blending polyester staple fibers (<85%) with cotton, featuring plain weave construction suitable for linings in dresses and skirts. Classified under HTS 5516.44.0010 as poplin or broadcloth per note (a), distinguished by its non-square weave and printed pattern. Ideal for apparel interiors.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)

Import Tips

Label roll width and yardage accurately; common pitfall is incorrect weight declaration leading to sheeting misclassification

Include dyeing and printing process certificates to support 'printed' subheading

Check for napping; note (a) allows it but document to avoid disputes