Printed Polyester Velour Fabric from China
This knitted fabric made from 100% polyester artificial fibers features a velour surface with printed floral patterns, ideal for apparel linings. It falls under HTS 6006.44.0085 as a printed knitted fabric of artificial fibers, not specifically classified elsewhere. The high stitch density meets velour criteria per statistical notes.
Duty Rate — China → United States
47.5%
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 fiber content via lab tests to confirm 100% artificial fibers; blends over 50% may shift to 6006.43
• Provide dyeing and printing process documentation to avoid misclassification as unprinted fabric
• Ensure statistical reporting for velour (12+ stitches/cm vertically) if applicable to subheading