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U.S. imports of synthetic cloth (End-Use 12135) totaled $413.2M in April 2026, traded with 99 countries.
Importers of Synthetic Cloth paid $58.6M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 17% on $348.1M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSynthetic woven and knitted fabrics — primarily polyester, nylon, acrylic, and polypropylene constructions — are high-volume inputs for the US apparel, activewear, automotive interior, and technical textile industries. Classification of synthetic cloth depends on the specific man-made fiber type, whether filament or staple, fabric construction (woven vs. knitted), and finishing treatments, all of which determine the applicable HTS chapter and duty rate. Several synthetic fabric categories have been subject to Section 301 tariff actions affecting imports from major producing countries, making origin verification and tariff engineering a significant concern for sourcing teams. Accurate fiber content declarations and country-of-origin determinations are essential, as substantial transformation rules for textiles can be complex.
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For textile products, US customs rules generally apply a 'yarn-forward' or 'fabric-forward' substantial transformation standard depending on the context. For most woven synthetic fabrics, the country where the fabric is woven is considered the country of origin, even if dyeing or finishing occurs elsewhere. However, specific rules can vary, and importers should obtain a binding ruling from CBP when origin is uncertain.
Yes. Synthetic fabrics sourced from China have been subject to Section 301 tariff actions, which add to the base HTS duty rate. Importers sourcing from affected origins should confirm the current Section 301 status of their specific HTS subheading, as product exclusions and rate changes have occurred over time. Diversifying sourcing to non-affected origins is a common mitigation strategy.
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