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STR Webinar: Apparel Classification Series: The Basics

If you need expert guidance sorting through the many layers of customs rules and regulations related to wearing apparel classification, then this webinar series is meant for you! Learn how to classify wearing apparel under the Harmonized Tariff Schedule in five sessions. In this five-part series, Elise Shibles will review a variety of apparel examples and discuss the specific features that US Customs and Border Protection focuses on when determining the correct HTS classification and duty rate. The first webinar in the series will cover the basics of Apparel Classification. 
Key Topics
Fabric construction: Knit v. Woven 
Gender & Age 
Resources 
Definitions and Terminology 
Fiber Content & Composition
Cotton
Other vegetable fibers 
Man-made fibers (artificial and synthetic) 
Silk, Wool & Animal Hair 
Mixture of 2 or more Fibers 
Restraints 
Sets