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Men's Polyester Dress Shirt from China

A formal shirt made primarily from polyester fabric, featuring long sleeves, a collar, and a front button placket starting at the neckline. It is classified under HTS 6205.90.40.30 as a men's shirt of man-made fibers (other textile materials), not knitted or crocheted, subject to man-made fiber restraints. This fits the definition of 'shirts' in heading 6205 with no pockets below the waist or ribbed waistband.

Duty Rate — China → United States

22.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 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(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab tests for accurate classification and labeling under FTC rules

Ensure country-of-origin documentation complies with yarn-forward rules if from NAFTA or similar agreements to qualify for preferences

Avoid misclassification as blouses by confirming men's left-over-right front closure and tailored fit