Polyester Ribbon with Wire-Reinforced Selvedge from China
A narrow woven polyester ribbon, width under 12 cm, featuring a selvedge reinforced with embedded wire for enhanced durability and shape retention. Classified under HTS 5806.32.1020 due to its man-made fiber composition, ribbon form, and wire in the selvedge as per chapter notes defining narrow woven fabrics. Primarily used in apparel trimming and decorative applications.
Duty Rate — China → United States
41%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify wire content in selvedge via lab testing to confirm HTS 5806.32.1020; declare exact width and fiber composition on entry documents
• Watch for reclassification if width exceeds 12 cm or lacks wire reinforcement
• Obtain supplier certifications for man-made fiber purity