What is the US import duty for HTS 5603.12.00?

HTS 5603.12.00 (Weighing more than 25 g/m2 but not more than 70 g/m2) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free, plus 1 active Chapter 99 overlay(s) that may apply depending on origin (for example, Section 301 or IEEPA actions). Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.

Which Chapter 99 rules are currently linked to HTS 5603.12.00?

The following rules are attached in our snapshot: 9903.88.03 (section301) — section301. Each rule has its own country scope and effective dates — check the rule detail on this page for the additional rate and status before applying it to your shipment.

Do USMCA / free-trade rules of origin apply to HTS 5603.12.00?

Textiles and apparel (Chapters 50–63) have yarn-forward and fabric-forward rules of origin under USMCA and most other FTAs. Meeting the tariff-shift alone is typically not enough — confirm the fiber / yarn / fabric origin chain before claiming the preferential rate.

How do I compare duty from different countries for HTS 5603.12.00?

Use the origin compare view to evaluate this HS code against alternative countries. The calculator applies each country-specific Chapter 99 overlay and the appropriate column rate.

Is this the binding duty determination?

No. This page is a reference built on USITC + Federal Register open data. The binding classification and duty amount is determined by CBP at entry. AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions require separate review.

HTS 5603.12.00 — Weighing more than 25 g/m2 but not more than 70 g/m2

Name: HTS 5603.12.00 — Weighing more than 25 g/m2 but not more than 70 g/m2
Creator: Duty
Published: 2026-04-24T06:26:44Z
License: https://www.usitc.gov/terms_use.htm

Base tariff columnsBase tariff columns

Column rates from the USITC HTS export. The column that applies depends on origin and trade-program eligibility.

General (MFN)	Free
Special	—
Other (Column 2)	74%

Official source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Duty at entry is determined by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions are not evaluated by default.

Chapter 99 overlaysChapter 99 overlays

9903.88.03 section301 +25% active

Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 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(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

§ DUTY BREAKDOWNDuty breakdown

Duty ledger below is calculated on a $10,000 customs value. Fees, AD/CVD, and exclusions are not included here.

China (CN)

Total 25% · $2,500.00

Duty breakdown	Rate	Amount	Source
Base dutyBase	0%	$0.00	HTS General rate
Chapter 99 section301Chapter 99	25%	$2,500.00	9903.88.03

Status: exact Methodology: tariff-ledger-v1 Data: d4c9e6f79bac8e84

§ CLASSIFICATION WATCH-OUTSClassification watch-outs

These sibling HTS entries share the same parent but differ in duty rate or Chapter 99 coverage. They are review prompts, not classification recommendations.

5603.14

Weighing more than 150 g/m2:

Base rate: — Chapter 99: 0 Base rate differs from selected HTSChapter 99 coverage differs
5603.94

Weighing more than 150 g/m2:

Base rate: — Chapter 99: 0 Base rate differs from selected HTSChapter 99 coverage differs

§ ORIGIN COMPARISONAlternative origin comparison

This compares tariff-only outcomes for the same HTS across origin countries. Freight, AD/CVD, exclusions, broker fees, and relocation cost are not included.

China → Vietnam

$2,500.00 tariff-only saving

Origin	Total rate	Duty @ $10,000	Delta vs baseline
China (CN)	25%	$2,500.00	—
Vietnam (VN)	0%	$0.00	-$2,500.00
Mexico (MX)	0%	$0.00	-$2,500.00
India (IN)	0%	$0.00	-$2,500.00
South Korea (KR)	0%	$0.00	-$2,500.00

Sample duty by originSample duty by origin

Illustrative calculation at USD 10,000 customs value, standard (non-preferential) claim. Chapter 99 additional duties applied where status is active.

Origin	Base rate	Chapter 99	Total rate	Duty (USD)
China (CN)	0%	25%	25%	$2,500.00
Vietnam (VN)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
Mexico (MX)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
India (IN)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00
South Korea (KR)	0%	0%	0%	$0.00

§ RELATED ENTRIESStatistical suffixes under HTS 5603.12.00

All 10-digit statistical reporting suffixes under 5603.12.00.

§ FAQFrequently asked questions

What is the US import duty for HTS 5603.12.00?: HTS 5603.12.00 (Weighing more than 25 g/m2 but not more than 70 g/m2) has a general (MFN) column rate of Free, plus 1 active Chapter 99 overlay(s) that may apply depending on origin (for example, Section 301 or IEEPA actions). Final duty is determined by CBP at entry.
Which Chapter 99 rules are currently linked to HTS 5603.12.00?: The following rules are attached in our snapshot: 9903.88.03 (section301) — section301. Each rule has its own country scope and effective dates — check the rule detail on this page for the additional rate and status before applying it to your shipment.
Do USMCA / free-trade rules of origin apply to HTS 5603.12.00?: Textiles and apparel (Chapters 50–63) have yarn-forward and fabric-forward rules of origin under USMCA and most other FTAs. Meeting the tariff-shift alone is typically not enough — confirm the fiber / yarn / fabric origin chain before claiming the preferential rate.
How do I compare duty from different countries for HTS 5603.12.00?: Use the origin compare view to evaluate this HS code against alternative countries. The calculator applies each country-specific Chapter 99 overlay and the appropriate column rate.
Is this the binding duty determination?: No. This page is a reference built on USITC + Federal Register open data. The binding classification and duty amount is determined by CBP at entry. AD/CVD and product-specific exclusions require separate review.