Cotton Tulle Fabric

A lightweight, fine net fabric made from cotton yarns, used primarily for veils, tutus, and decorative overlays in apparel and costumes. It falls under HTS 5804.10.10.00 as a tulle net fabric of cotton, distinct from woven, knitted, or crocheted fabrics per Chapter 58 notes. The open hexagonal mesh structure provides transparency and volume without being a knotted net of heading 5608.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6%+35.0%41%
🇲🇽Mexico6%+10.0%16%
🇨🇦Canada6%+10.0%16%
🇩🇪Germany6%+10.0%16%
🇯🇵Japan6%+10.0%16%

Alternative Classifications

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

6002.90Lower: 18% vs 41%

If warp knitted

Warp-knitted net fabrics like powernet are classified in heading 6002 as knitted or crocheted fabrics, excluded from Chapter 58 per chapter notes.

5608.19.10Higher: 43.5% vs 41%

If made of knotted twine or cordage

Knotted net fabrics of twine, cordage, or rope fall under 5608, explicitly excluded from heading 5804 by chapter notes.

5808.90.00Lower: 38.9% vs 41%

If with woven fringes

Narrow woven fabrics with woven fringes are directed to heading 5808, regardless of net structure.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the fabric is not knitted or crocheted to avoid reclassification to Chapter 60; provide mill test certificates confirming cotton or man-made fiber content

Common pitfall: misdeclaring width over 30 cm, which may shift to broader woven headings

Related Products under HTS 5804.10.10.00

Polyester Illusion Tulle

A sheer, hexagonal mesh net fabric made from man-made polyester fibers, ideal for bridal veils, evening gowns, and stage costumes. Classified under HTS 5804.10.10.00 as a non-woven, non-knitted tulle net of man-made fibers, fitting Chapter 58 exclusions for Chapters 59 and 60. Its fine gauge distinguishes it from coarser knotted nets.

Nylon Bridal Net Fabric

Fine nylon mesh net fabric used in wedding veils and dresses, offering stiffness and sheen without weight. HTS 5804.10.10.00 covers this as a tulle-style net of man-made fibers, excluding knitted or crocheted types and Chapter 59 treated goods. The leno or gauze-like weave ensures classification as 'other net fabrics'.

Cotton Mosquito Netting Fabric

Lightweight cotton net fabric designed for insect screening in apparel or home use, featuring small mesh openings. Falls under HTS 5804.10.10.00 as a cotton net fabric, not knotted like 5608 nets, and per Chapter 58 notes excluding treated Chapter 59 goods. Used in pieces or strips for custom applications.

Polyester Ballet Tutu Net

Stiff, voluminous polyester net fabric for ballet tutus and costumes, with medium-fine mesh for layering. HTS 5804.10.10.00 applies to this man-made tulle net, sold in the piece, excluding embroidery (5810) or narrow widths (5806). Chapter notes confirm non-applicability to knitted or Chapter 59 items.

Man-Made Fiber Leno Net

Leno-woven net fabric from synthetic fibers like nylon, used for curtains and light apparel overlays. Classified in HTS 5804.10.10.00 as other net fabrics of man-made fibers, distinguished from gauze (5803) by weave and from narrow types (5806). Meets chapter exclusions for non-textile coated goods.

Cotton Veil Netting

Soft cotton net fabric in fine mesh for lightweight veils and headpieces, often in strips or motifs. HTS 5804.10.10.00 includes this as cotton tulle/other net, not lace with embroidery (5810) or knotted (5608). Chapter notes support classification for apparel use pieces.