Knitted or crocheted apparel articles cut and assembled in one or more such countries from fabrics wholly formed in the United States from yarns wholly formed in the United States, or from components knit-to-shape in the United States from yarns wholly formed in the United States, or both (including fabrics not formed from yarns, if such fabrics are classifiable in heading 5602 or 5603 of the tariff schedule and are formed wholly in the United States), if such assembly is with thread formed in the United States, and under the terms of U.S. note 2(a) to this subchapter
Articles imported from a designated beneficiary Caribbean Basin Trade Partnership country enumerated in general note 17(a) to the tariff schedule: > Knitted or crocheted apparel articles cut and assembled in one or more such countries from fabrics wholly formed in the United States from yarns wholly formed in the United States, or from components knit-to-shape in the United States from yarns wholly formed in the United States, or both (including fabrics not formed from yarns, if such fabrics are classifiable in heading 5602 or 5603 of the tariff schedule and are formed wholly in the United States), if such assembly is with thread formed in the United States, and under the terms of U.S. note 2(a) 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 9820.11.18
Men's U.S. Fabric Cotton Polo Shirt
A knitted cotton polo shirt cut and sewn in a CBTPA beneficiary country like Honduras from 100% cotton jersey fabric wholly formed in the U.S. from U.S.-spun yarns, using U.S.-made thread. This qualifies under HTS 9820.11.18 as it meets the strict U.S. yarn-forward rules for CBTPA apparel benefits. The garment features a classic collar, three-button placket, and short sleeves for everyday wear.
Women's U.S. Yarn T-Shirt
Classic crewneck T-shirt for women, knitted from U.S.-formed cotton jersey fabric cut and assembled in a CBTPA beneficiary nation. The fabric is made from 100% U.S.-grown upland cotton yarns wholly spun and knit in the United States, then exported for final sewing with U.S. thread. Perfect example of HTS 9820.11.18 'yarn-forward' requirements.
Children's U.S. Fabric Crew Socks
Knitted crew socks for children cut and sewn from U.S.-formed tubular knit fabric in a CBTPA country. Made from ring-spun cotton yarns wholly formed in the U.S., the fabric meets heading 6006 requirements before final sock shaping and U.S. thread seaming. Qualifies perfectly under 9820.11.18 yarn-forward rules.
Men's U.S. Cotton Briefs
Knitted cotton underwear briefs assembled in CBTPA beneficiary from U.S.-formed circular knit fabric. Made with 100% combed cotton yarns spun and knit entirely in the United States, cut to pattern, and sewn with U.S.-made thread. Meets all HTS 9820.11.18 requirements for duty-free CBTPA entry.
Girls' U.S. Fabric Tank Tops
Sleeveless tank tops for girls made from U.S.-formed single jersey fabric, cut and sewn in CBTPA partner country. Cotton/polyester blend yarns wholly formed in U.S., knit into fabric meeting Chapter 60 requirements, then assembled with U.S. thread per HTS 9820.11.18 specifications.
Baby U.S. Cotton Bodysuits
Infant one-piece bodysuits knitted from U.S.-formed interlock fabric, assembled in CBTPA country. Made with U.S.-spun organic cotton yarns knit into double-knit fabric, featuring envelope neckline and snap closures, sewn entirely with U.S. thread to qualify under 9820.11.18.
Women's U.S. Fabric Leggings
Stretch leggings for women cut from U.S.-formed cotton/spandex jersey fabric in CBTPA facility. Features 5% spandex content yarns wholly formed in U.S., high waistband, and full U.S. thread construction meeting all 9820.11.18 yarn-forward requirements for duty-free entry.
Men's U.S. Athletic Shorts
Knitted athletic shorts made from U.S.-formed mesh fabric cut and sewn in CBTPA country. Quick-dry polyester yarns wholly formed in U.S., engineered mesh knit construction, elastic waistband, sewn with U.S. thread - perfect HTS 9820.11.18 compliance example.
Boy's U.S. Fabric Hoodie
Children's hooded sweatshirt cut from U.S.-formed fleece fabric in CBTPA facility. Fleece-back cotton jersey made from U.S. ring-spun yarns, kangaroo pocket, drawstring hood, all sewn with U.S. thread meeting 9820.11.18 requirements completely.
Women's U.S. Camisole
Silky camisole tops cut from U.S.-formed microfiber knit fabric, assembled in CBTPA country. Lightweight nylon/ spandex blend yarns wholly U.S.-formed, delicate spaghetti straps, U.S. thread construction - qualifies under strict 9820.11.18 standards.