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Unbleached Double Knit Polyester Interlock Fabric

This is an unbleached fabric made from artificial polyester fibers using double knit or interlock construction, featuring multiple yarn loops per needle for a smooth, stretchy texture. It falls under HTS 6006.41.00.25 due to its unbleached state, artificial fiber composition, and specific double knit structure as defined in statistical note (222). Commonly used for base layers and t-shirts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+12.5%22.5%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%—10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6004.90Lower: 19.5% vs 22.5%

If made from synthetic filament yarn

Fabrics of synthetic filaments like continuous polyester yarn fall under Chapter 60 heading 6004, not staple fibers in 6006.

6006.42.00Higher: 47.5% vs 22.5%

If dyed or printed

Dyed or printed versions shift to 6006.42, as color processing changes the fabric state beyond unbleached/bleached.

5903.90.25.00Higher: 45% vs 22.5%

If coated with polyurethane for waterproofing

Textile fabrics coated with plastics like PU for apparel use are classified in Chapter 59 as coated textiles.

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 over 85% artificial fibers like polyester via lab tests to confirm Chapter 60 classification

• Provide mill construction certificates proving double knit or interlock (222) to avoid reclassification to other 6006 subheadings

• Declare exact bleach status; unbleached/bleached distinction affects duty rates and requires clean invoices