Nylon Gauze Sheeting from China
Nylon gauze fabric with characteristic crossing doup threads forming open loops for weft passage, classified under 5803.00.90.90 as other than cotton or narrow. Commonly used in lightweight curtains and veils exceeding 30 cm width.
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 technical weave diagrams in commercial invoice to prove compliance with 5803 gauze definition
• Measure and document fabric width >30 cm to prevent erroneous shift to narrow fabric duties
• Watch for customs challenges on synthetic blends; provide fiber content lab reports