Dyed Rayon Batiste Sheeting from China
Delicate batiste-style lightweight fabric from rayon staple, dyed for lingerie and blouses. Under HTS 5516.92.00.40 as batistes in the dyed category (226). Fine weave avoids sheeting specs.
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
• Differentiate from 'sheeting' by confirming non-square construction and low thread count
• Use fiber content labels compliant with FTC rules for artificial fibers
• Batch testing for g/m² prevents overweight reclass to heavier subheadings