Cotton Size Label Patches from China
Woven cotton patches cut to shape displaying size information (e.g., S, M, L) for attachment inside clothing waistbands or collars. These qualify under HTS 5807.90.05 as cotton textile labels, not embroidered, in pieces for apparel use. They adhere to Chapter 58 exclusions from coated or embroidered goods.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.4%
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
• Lab test for cotton content >85% to avoid duty shifts; man-made blends may qualify but require precise declaration
• Use HTS-specific invoices noting 'cut-to-shape labels, woven cotton' to prevent errors with badge classifications