Polyester-Viscose Twill Fabric Bleached

Bleached twill weave blend of polyester and viscose staple fibers, 220 gsm, for suiting and upholstery. Falls under HTS 5516.91.00.60 as predominantly artificial staple fibers in twill weave, unbleached/bleached, adhering to Chapter 55 exclusions.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China12%+35.0%47%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico12%+10.0%22%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada12%+10.0%22%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany12%+10.0%22%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5211.52.00Lower: 43.1% vs 47%

If containing 85%+ cotton

High cotton content twill weaves shift to Chapter 52 blends.

5516Same rate: 47%

If printed post-bleaching

Printed twill/satin of artificial staples moves to 5516.99.

5407.94Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If for filament yarn version

Identical weave but continuous filaments classify in Chapter 54.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Breakdown fiber percentages precisely; over 15% non-artificial may reclassify

β€’ Use commercial invoices specifying weave and processing (bleached) explicitly

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