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Bleached 40s Cotton Sheeting Fabric

A lightweight bleached plain weave cotton fabric with an average yarn number of 40, containing over 85% cotton and weighing under 100 g/m². It is commonly used for bed sheets and pillowcases, offering a smooth, comfortable surface.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.11.00Same rate: Free

If the sheeting is unbleached.

Unbleached plain weave cotton fabrics are classified separately.

6302.21.00Higher: 17% vs Free

If the fabric is made up into bed linen (e.g., hemmed sheets or pillowcases).

Made-up bed linen falls under Chapter 63.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the fabric is in the piece and not made up into bed linens

• Provide accurate yarn count and weight data

• Check if the sheeting has any special finish (e.g

• wrinkle-resistant) that might affect classification

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