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Polyester Name Tags in Strips

Continuous strips of polyester woven labels used for garment name tags, cut to size during manufacturing. Classified under HTS 5807.90.20.20 as labels of man-made fibers, not embroidered, supplied in the piece or strips.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.3%+37.5%40.8%
🇲🇽Mexico3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇨🇦Canada3.3%+10.0%13.3%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5807.10Lower: 15.8% vs 40.8%

If of cotton or man-made fibers but embroidered

Embroidery shifts classification to heading 5810, regardless of base material.

5907.00.60Lower: 37.5% vs 40.8%

If printed with textile paint or ink

Printed textile labels fall under Chapter 59 for painted/impregnated fabrics.

4821.90.20Lower: 37.5% vs 40.8%

If on paper backing and imported as composite article

Paper-supported labels classified by paper component if textile is secondary.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Verify fiber content is 100% man-made (e.g

• polyester) via lab tests to avoid reclassification to cotton headings

• Include commercial invoices specifying 'not embroidered' and 'for garment labeling' to support classification