Thermal Bonded PES Nonwoven Interlining for Garments from China
A polyester staple fiber thermal bonded nonwoven interlining fabric over 150 g/m² used to reinforce collars, cuffs, and waistbands in apparel manufacturing. Classified in HTS 5603.94.90.30 for its thermal bonding and weight, distinguishing it from lighter nonwovens or coated materials. It provides structure without adding bulk to finished garments.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
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
• Include fusible interlining specs confirming thermal bond activation temperature and staple fiber denier to support 5603 classification
• Ensure grammage certification >150 g/m²; common pitfall is reclassification to 5603.93 if weight undocumented
• Check for preferential tariff treatment under free trade agreements by verifying melt point and bonding method