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Polyester Mesh Sportswear Fabric

This lightweight, breathable knitted polyester mesh fabric is designed for athletic apparel like running shorts and jerseys. It falls under HTS 6006.90.90.00 as an other knitted fabric not specified elsewhere in Chapter 60, typically used in sportswear production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณChinaFree+37.5%37.5%
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝMexicoFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆCanadaFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชGermanyFree+10.0%10%
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตJapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6002.40Lower: 20.5% vs 37.5%

If made from synthetic filament yarn

Filament-based knitted fabrics are classified in heading 6002, while this code covers staple fiber or other constructions.

5903.90.30Higher: 40.2% vs 37.5%

If coated or laminated with plastics

Textile fabrics with applied plastic coatings shift to Chapter 59 for imitation leather or coated materials.

6217.90.90Lower: 34.6% vs 37.5%

If cut to shape and hemmed for apparel parts

Fabrics cut and sewn into specific garment components are treated as made-up articles under heading 6217.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

โ€ข Verify the fabric's stitch density and construction to confirm it's knitted, not woven, as this determines Chapter 60 applicability

โ€ข Provide mill test certificates for fiber content to ensure accurate duty assessment and avoid penalties

โ€ข Label rolls clearly with width, weight, and composition to facilitate customs inspection