Polyester Bolduc Ribbon from China

A narrow fabric made of polyester warp threads assembled without weft using adhesive, commonly used as bolducs for securing garments or packaging. It falls under HTS 5806.40.00.00 as it precisely matches the definition of warp-only fabrics joined by adhesive, with width not exceeding 30 cm. These are essential in apparel manufacturing for labels and ties.

Duty Rate — China → United States

43%

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 width does not exceed 30 cm and confirm adhesive assembly method to avoid reclassification under broader woven headings

Provide lab tests proving warp-only construction without weft threads for customs compliance

Label fiber content accurately (e.g

100% polyester) to prevent penalties during import inspection