Unbleached Oxford Polyester Cloth from China
This is an unbleached woven fabric made from polyester staple fibers in an oxford weave construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with a basketweave pattern of heavier filling yarns. It falls under HTS 5516.91.00.70 as unbleached oxford cloth of artificial staple fibers, distinct from lighter poplin or broadcloth due to its specific weight and construction. Commonly used for upholstery and casual apparel.
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 fabric weight exceeds 170 g/m² and confirm oxford weave via lab testing to avoid misclassification as poplin
• Provide mill test certificates for fiber content (100% artificial staple)
• Watch for bleaching processes that shift to other subheadings