Articles for which duty free treatment is claimed under U.S. note 7(b)(i) to this subchapter
Articles, except goods of heading 9802.00.91 and goods imported under provisions of subchapter XIX of this chapter and goods imported under provisions of subchapter XX, assembled abroad in whole or in part of fabricated components, the product of the United States, which (a) were exported in condition ready for assembly without further fabrication, (b) have not lost their physical identity in such articles by change in form, shape or otherwise, and (c) have not been advanced in value or improved in condition abroad except by being assembled and except by operations incidental to the assembly process such as cleaning, lubricating and painting > Articles for which duty free treatment is claimed under U.S. note 7(b)(i) to this subchapter
Duty Rate (from China)
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
Products classified under HTS 9802.00.80.44
Assembled Cotton T-Shirt from U.S. Fabric
A basic crewneck cotton T-shirt assembled abroad from pre-cut U.S.-origin fabric components that were exported ready for assembly. The fabric pieces maintained their physical identity and were only joined by sewing operations incidental to assembly, qualifying for duty-free treatment under 9802.00.80.44 per U.S. note 7(b)(i). No advancement in value occurred beyond assembly.
Assembled Denim Jeans from U.S. Cut Panels
Classic 5-pocket denim jeans assembled abroad from U.S.-exported pre-cut denim panels and trim components. The U.S. components retained their physical identity through sewing assembly with only incidental operations like cleaning threads, qualifying under HTS 9802.00.80.44 per U.S. note 7(b)(i).
Assembled Leather Handbag from U.S. Leather Pieces
Structured leather tote handbag assembled from U.S.-origin pre-cut leather panels, lining fabric, and hardware components exported ready for assembly. Components maintained identity through stitching and riveting operations incidental to assembly, qualifying for 9802.00.80.44 under note 7(b)(i).
Assembled Dress Shirt from U.S. Woven Fabric
Men's long-sleeve dress shirt with spread collar assembled abroad from U.S.-exported cut fabric pieces, buttons, and interlining. The U.S. components preserved physical identity through sewing assembly with painting of buttonholes as incidental operation, qualifying under 9802.00.80.44.
Assembled Baby Onesie from U.S. Knit Fabric
Organic cotton baby onesie with envelope neck and snap closures assembled from U.S.-origin pre-cut knit fabric panels exported ready for assembly. Components retained identity through sewing and snap installation, qualifying for duty-free entry under 9802.00.80.44.
Assembled Polo Shirt from U.S. Pique Fabric
Performance pique polo shirt assembled abroad from U.S.-exported cut body panels, collar, placket, and sleeve components. U.S. fabric maintained physical identity through assembly sewing and minor lubrication of sewing machines, per 9802.00.80.44 requirements.
Assembled Canvas Tote Bag from U.S. Duck Fabric
Heavy-duty canvas tote bag assembled from U.S.-origin pre-cut #12 duck canvas panels and webbing handles. Components preserved identity through assembly sewing with incidental cleaning, qualifying under HTS 9802.00.80.44 note 7(b)(i).
Assembled Women's Blouse from U.S. Voile
Sheer women's blouse with pintuck details assembled abroad from U.S.-exported cut voile fabric panels and lace trim. U.S. components maintained physical identity through assembly, qualifying for 9802.00.80.44 duty-free treatment.
Assembled Boxer Shorts from U.S. Knit Jersey
Men's woven-look boxer shorts assembled from U.S.-origin cut knit jersey fabric panels with elastic waistband components. Physical identity preserved through elastic insertion and sewing assembly per 9802.00.80.44.
Assembled Apron from U.S. Cotton Twill
Professional chef's bib apron assembled abroad from U.S.-exported cut twill fabric panels, straps, and pockets. Components retained identity through assembly sewing with incidental painting of logo, qualifying under 9802.00.80.44.
Assembled Sweatshirt from U.S. Fleece
Crewneck fleece sweatshirt assembled from U.S.-origin pre-cut fleece body panels, cuffs, and waistband components. Identity preserved through sewing assembly with machine lubrication incidental operation, per 9802.00.80.44.
Assembled Work Pants from U.S. Canvas
Heavy-duty carpenter work pants assembled abroad from U.S.-exported cut canvas fabric, pockets, and belt loops. U.S. components maintained physical identity qualifying for 9802.00.80.44 duty-free per note 7(b)(i).
Assembled Scarf from U.S. Woven Silk
Luxury oblong silk scarf assembled from U.S.-origin pre-cut silk panels with hand-rolled edges. Components preserved identity through hemming assembly, qualifying under 9802.00.80.44 note 7(b)(i).
Assembled Chef Coat from U.S. Poplin
Long-sleeve chef coat with 10 pearl buttons assembled from U.S.-exported cut poplin fabric and collar components. Physical identity maintained through assembly qualifying for 9802.00.80.44.
Assembled Beanie Hat from U.S. Knit Fabric
Cuffed knit beanie hat assembled abroad from U.S.-origin pre-cut knit panels. Components retained identity through seaming assembly with minor cleaning, per 9802.00.80.44 note 7(b)(i).