Unbleached Polyester Printcloth Substitute
Unbleached textured polyester fabric composed of 92% filaments at 130 g/m², classified as 'other' because it uses multiple yarns avoiding the printcloth singles-only rule. This printcloth substitute falls under tariff item 5407.51.00 as an unbleached woven fabric containing 85% or more textured polyester filaments.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 5407510000; Equal To 5407510000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is dyed
Dyed printcloth fabrics are classified under a different tariff item.
If the fabric is printed
Printed printcloth fabrics are classified separately.
If the fabric contains non-textured polyester filaments
Fabrics with non-textured filaments are classified under a different heading.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fabric is unbleached and contains at least 85% textured polyester filaments
• Document the yarn construction to confirm it does not meet the printcloth singles-only rule
• The weight of 130 g/m² should be clearly stated on the commercial invoice
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