Bleached Polyester Twill Fabric from China
This is a bleached twill weave fabric made from polyester staple fibers, weighing approximately 200 gsm, used for upholstery and apparel linings. It falls under HTS 5516.91.00.60 because it is unbleached or bleached, in twill weave, and composed of artificial staple fibers as defined in Chapter 55. The twill weave distinguishes it from plain weaves covered elsewhere.
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
• Verify weave type via lab testing to confirm twill construction, as misclassification to plain weave (5515) is common
• Include bleaching certification and yarn composition details in documentation to meet Chapter 55 statistical notes
• Check weight and yarn number against exclusions to avoid reclassification during customs review