Printed Oxford Blend Fabric for Button-Down Shirts from China
Printed oxford cloth fabric with artificial staple fibers under 85% mixed chiefly with cotton, designed for casual button-down shirts. HTS 5516.44.0070 applies to this printed woven fabric per chapter notes defining oxford in the statistical breakouts. Popular for its textured weave and durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
46%
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 weave density and yarn count to affirm oxford specs; avoid bulk packing that mimics industrial use
• Common issue: undervaluation—use transaction value based on fabric specs
• Obtain certificates of origin for preferential duties