HTS 55163205 — Containing 36 percent or more by weight of wool or fine animal hair
HTS 55163205 sits inside heading 5516 (“Woven fabrics of artificial staple fibers”) of Chapter 55 — Man-made staple fibres. For imports under this line, a general tariff of 25% applies. Preferential treatment is available under Free (AU,BH, CL,CO,IL,JO,KR, MA,OM,P, PA,PE,S,SG).
Tariff rates for 55163205
| Rate type | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General (Column 1) | 25% | Applies to countries without a preferential agreement, i.e. about 25.0% ad valorem on the customs value. |
| Special | Free (AU,BH, CL,CO,IL,JO,KR, MA,OM,P, PA,PE,S,SG) | Reduced or free rates for designated program countries (see code legend on the USITC site). |
| Column 2 | 48.5¢/kg + 68.5% | Statutory rate applied to the few economies without normal-trade-relations status. |
Reporting units
Entry summaries for 55163205 must be declared in: No. (No. = number of units). A single quantitative measure accompanies the ad valorem component on the entry summary.
Statistical breakouts under 55163205
| Line | Description | General rate |
|---|---|---|
| 5516.32.05.10 | Not combed (410) | 25% |
| 5516.32.05.20 | Combed (410) | 25% |
Statistical suffixes refine classification within the same duty treatment; pick the breakout whose wording matches your goods most precisely.
Frequently asked questions
What is the duty rate for HTS 55163205?
55163205 carries a Column 1 general rate of 25%. The full official line, including special program rates and the Column 2 statutory rate, is reproduced above from the USITC schedule.
How do I classify 55163205 for US customs?
Classification follows the hierarchy shown in the breadcrumb above: Chapter 55, heading 5516, then this 8-digit statistical line. Confirm the tariff text matches your goods before entry; use our duty calculator to estimate landed cost including the 25% general rate.
Is there a Section 301 tariff on 55163205?
Section 301 actions apply by exact HTS line. This page shows the permanent schedule rate (25%) for 55163205; check the current 301 annexes or our dedicated Section 301 tariffs guide to see whether trade-remedy duties stack on top for your origin country.
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Data as of October 9, 2026 · Source: USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (line 5516.32.05). Rates are informational and not a binding customs ruling.