HTS 6109.10.00
36.5%on customs value
T-shirts & tank tops, Cotton, China
US Import Duty Calculator for Apparel
Pick a product, fabric and country of origin to get the HTS code, every duty layer and the cost per unit, from the official US tariff schedule. Covers apparel, socks, hats, bags and home textiles.
This is an estimate, not a customs ruling. The right code depends on fiber content, knit or woven construction, gender and use; 23%+ wool, water-resistant fabrics, hand-loomed goods and other special cases can use other codes. Confirm with a licensed customs broker before you import.
How fiber and origin change the duty
Total duty rate for the same product by fiber and country of origin (MPF and HMF not included).
| Cotton | Synthetic | Artificial | Silk | Other | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| China | 36.5% | 52% | 52% | 15.1% | 36% |
| Vietnam | 29% | 44.5% | 44.5% | 15.1% | 28.5% |
| Bangladesh | 26.5% | 42% | 42% | 12.6% | 26% |
| India | 26.5% | 42% | 42% | 12.6% | 26% |
| Cambodia | 26.5% | 42% | 42% | 12.6% | 26% |
| Pakistan | 26.5% | 42% | 42% | 12.6% | 26% |
| Indonesia | 26.5% | 42% | 42% | 12.6% | 26% |
| Sri Lanka | 26.5% | 42% | 42% | 12.6% | 26% |
| Thailand | 29% | 44.5% | 44.5% | 15.1% | 28.5% |
| Türkiye | 29% | 44.5% | 44.5% | 15.1% | 28.5% |
| Philippines | 29% | 44.5% | 44.5% | 15.1% | 28.5% |
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Questions
What duties does clothing from China pay in the US right now?
Three layers stack: the HTS general rate (16.5% for cotton T-shirts, 32% for synthetic ones); the Section 301 China tariff, which is 7.5% for most apparel and home textiles (List 4A, 9903.88.15), 25% for hats and bags (List 3, 9903.88.03), and nothing for the few codes only on the suspended List 4B; and, since July 24, 2026, the Section 301 forced-labor tariff, 12.5% for China (9903.05.31). U.S. note 52(a) to HTS chapter 99 says the last two apply on top of each other.
Which products does the calculator cover?
Knit and woven apparel from HTS chapters 61 and 62: tops, bottoms, dresses and jumpsuits, outerwear and suits, underwear and sleepwear, sport and swim, and babies' garments; plus socks, hats, scarves, ties, tote bags, backpacks, blankets, printed bedding, towels and cushion covers. 81 products in all; see all products and codes.
Do I still pay IEEPA tariffs?
No. On February 20, 2026 the Supreme Court held that IEEPA does not let the President impose tariffs, so those duties are no longer collected and refunds go through CBP. The 10% Section 122 tariff that replaced them expired on July 24, 2026.
Why do synthetic garments pay more than cotton?
The US schedule sets higher general rates for man-made fibers. Knit T-shirts are 16.5% in cotton and 32% in synthetic; knit sweatshirts are 16.5% and 32%. Switching the same garment to cotton cuts more than ten points off the total for goods from China.
Which fiber counts for a blend?
Usually the fiber with the largest share by weight. A 60% cotton, 40% polyester shirt is classified as cotton. Even 50/50 blends follow special rules, so check with a customs broker.
How do I tell knit from woven?
Look at the fabric. Knit fabric is made of interlocking loops and stretches; T-shirts, sweatshirts and leggings are usually knit (chapter 61). Woven fabric interlaces two sets of yarn; dress shirts, jeans and overcoats are usually woven (chapter 62). The same style has different codes and rates in each chapter.
What are MPF and HMF?
The Merchandise Processing Fee is 0.3464% of value on formal entries over $2,500, with a $34.58 minimum and $670.86 maximum, and $2.77 on informal entries up to $2,500 (rates from October 1, 2026). The Harbor Maintenance Fee is 0.125% of value and applies to ocean shipments only.
How often are the rates updated?
The site is rebuilt from each new release of the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The version and date in use are shown at the top of the page.
All products and HTS codes
Every product and fiber with its HTS code and rate, by category, on one page: Codes and rates for all 81 products