Cotton Warp Knit Lace Trim from China
A delicate open-work cotton fabric produced via warp knitting, measuring 15 cm wide, used primarily for trimming garments and lingerie. Its open-work structure features intricate lace-like patterns formed by the warp knitting process, distinguishing it from circular knits. Classified under HTS 6003.20.10.00 due to its cotton composition, warp knit method, open-work design, and narrow width under 30 cm.
Duty Rate — China → United States
51.6%
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
• Verify width does not exceed 30 cm with precise measurements to avoid reclassification; provide knit structure analysis if challenged by CBP
• Ensure cotton content certification for fiber origin rules
• Common pitfall: confusing with crocheted trims—specify warp knit process in documentation