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Polyester Placemat

Square polyester placemats for individual table settings, offering spill protection. HTS 6302.53.0030 covers this as other table linen of man-made fibers, distinct from bed or kitchen linen.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China11.3%+20.0%31.3%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico11.3%+10.0%21.3%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada11.3%+10.0%21.3%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany11.3%β€”11.3%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

6302Same rate: 31.3%

If of flax or ramie

Table linen of bast fibers like flax classifies separately from man-made.

4601.99.90.00Higher: 40.8% vs 31.3%

If plaited from synthetic strips

Plaiting or weaving from man-made strips shifts to Chapter 46 plaiting materials.

6304.19Lower: 18.8% vs 31.3%

If coated with specified insecticides

Subheading 6304.20 note applies only to warp knit fabrics with specific chemicals.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure 'made-up' status with finished hems to differentiate from fabric bolts

β€’ Declare exact man-made fiber percentage; blends under 85% may reclassify

β€’ Watch for waterproof coatings pushing to 5903 coated textiles