HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
6114909070 | Doc | 35.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6114901060 | Doc | 38.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6113009074 | Doc | 44.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
6113009084 | Doc | 44.6% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
3926904800 | Doc | 33.4% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
3926909905 | Doc | 42.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
3919905060 | Doc | 60.8% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
3919901000 | Doc | 61.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4818900080 | Doc | 37.5% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4823908000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
4823907000 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Flannel Fleece Blanket
A flannel fleece blanket is a textile used for warmth and comfort, characterized by its soft texture and insulating properties. It is commonly used as a bed covering, throw, or for general warmth.
Material
These blankets are typically constructed from either flannel or fleece, or a blend of both.
- Flannel: Woven fabric traditionally made from cotton, though it can also be made from wool or synthetic fibers. It undergoes a brushing process to create a soft, napped surface. This process involves raising fine fibers on the fabric, resulting in a fuzzy texture.
- Fleece: A synthetic fabric, most commonly made from polyester. It's known for its lightweight warmth, softness, and resistance to shrinking and wrinkling. Different types of fleece exist, varying in pile height and density. Microfleece is a common variation, offering a particularly soft and fine texture.
- Blends: Combining flannel and fleece offers a balance of properties – the natural comfort of cotton (in flannel) with the warmth and ease of care of polyester (in fleece).
Purpose
The primary purpose of a flannel fleece blanket is to provide warmth. They are valued for their comfort and are often used for:
- Bedding: As a layer of warmth on top of sheets.
- Throws: Draped over furniture or used for snuggling.
- Travel: Portable warmth for cars, planes, or camping.
- Baby Blankets: The soft texture is gentle on sensitive skin.
Function
Flannel fleece blankets function by trapping air within their fibers, creating an insulating layer. This reduces heat loss from the body, keeping the user warm.
- Insulation: The napped surface and fiber structure create air pockets.
- Softness: Provides a comfortable tactile experience.
- Lightweight: Easy to handle and transport.
Usage Scenarios
These blankets are versatile and suited for a wide range of environments:
- Home: Living rooms, bedrooms, and nurseries.
- Outdoors: Camping, picnics, and sporting events.
- Travel: Cars, airplanes, and trains.
- Hospitals/Care Facilities: Providing comfort to patients.
Common Types
Variations exist based on material composition, size, and construction:
- Cotton Flannel Blankets: Made entirely of cotton flannel, known for breathability.
- Polyester Fleece Blankets: Made entirely of polyester fleece, known for durability and affordability.
- Microfleece Blankets: A type of polyester fleece with very fine fibers, offering exceptional softness.
- Sherpa Fleece Blankets: Feature a plush, wool-like pile on one side, offering enhanced warmth and texture.
- Baby Blankets: Smaller sizes, often with playful patterns or designs, made from soft, hypoallergenic materials.
- Weighted Blankets: Incorporate added weight for a calming effect, often used to relieve anxiety or improve sleep.
Flannel fleece blankets are typically made of knitted or crocheted fabrics, often used for household purposes. The following HS codes may be relevant:
- 6114909070: This code covers “Other garments, knitted or crocheted: Of other textile materials: Other Other”. This could apply if the blanket is considered a garment made from materials other than those specifically listed. The total tax rate is 35.6%, comprising a 5.6% base tariff, 0.0% additional tariff, and 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
- 4818900080: This code covers “Toilet paper and similar paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers, of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, in rolls of a width not exceeding
36 cm , or cut to size or shape; handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, towels, tablecloths, table napkins, bed sheets and similar household, sanitary or hospital articles, articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers: Other Other”. If the blanket is made of cellulose wadding or similar materials and is used for household purposes, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 37.5%, consisting of a 0.0% base tariff, a 7.5% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025. - 4818900080: This code covers “Toilet paper and similar paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers, of a kind used for household or sanitary purposes, in rolls of a width not exceeding
36 cm , or cut to size or shape; handkerchiefs, cleansing tissues, towels, tablecloths, table napkins, bed sheets and similar household, sanitary or hospital articles, articles of apparel and clothing accessories, of paper pulp, paper, cellulose wadding or webs of cellulose fibers: Other Other”. If the blanket is made of cellulose wadding or similar materials and is used for household purposes, this code may be applicable. The total tax rate is 37.5%, consisting of a 0.0% base tariff, a 7.5% additional tariff, and a 30.0% additional tariff effective April 2, 2025.
Regarding HS code 4818900080, please note that the blanket must be made of paper pulp, paper, or cellulose wadding to be classified under this code.