Polyester Beach Towel from China
A large, absorbent towel made entirely from man-made polyester fibers, designed for beach or pool use with quick-drying properties. It falls under HTS 6307.90.98.84 as an other towel of man-made fibers, distinct from cotton or specific textile types excluded in Chapter 63 notes. Not worn or part of chapters 56-62.
Duty Rate — China → United States
24.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Verify 100% man-made fiber content via lab tests to avoid reclassification to cotton towel headings
• Include detailed invoices specifying fiber composition and towel dimensions for accurate valuation
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 'microfiber' without proof, which could trigger audits