Cotton Chenille Apparel Trim Fabric

Narrow-width cotton chenille fabric used as trim for garments like jackets or dresses, characterized by its fuzzy pile from chenille weft yarns. It is specifically classified in HTS 5801.26.0020 for other cotton chenille fabrics, distinguishing it from fringes or bias bindings. The textured surface adds decorative flair to clothing edges.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5808.90.00Higher: 38.9% vs 35%

If featuring woven fringes on edges

Chapter notes specify narrow woven fabrics with fringes classify in 5808, not 5806 or 5801.

6001.10.20.00Higher: 52.2% vs 35%

If knitted rather than woven

Pile fabrics of cotton that are knitted fall under Chapter 60, changing from woven classification.

6217.10Lower: 24.6% vs 35%

If cut and made up as accessory trims

Made-up clothing accessories of cotton are in Chapter 62, not raw fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document end-use as trim (not full garment) with buyer contracts; test for flammability if for apparel per U.S. standards

Avoid pitfalls by confirming no woven fringes, which would move to 5808 per chapter notes

Use commercial invoices specifying 'chenille woven fabric' to match HTS description precisely

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