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Unbleached Polyester Batiste Fabric

A fine unbleached batiste woven from 100% polyester filaments, 130 g/m², plain weave not meeting poplin or broadcloth exclusions. It is suited for lingerie and blouses, falling under tariff item 5407.69.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of polyester filaments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

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

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.61.10Same rate: Free

If the polyester filaments are non-textured

Non-textured filaments may lead to a different classification.

5407.71.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is bleached or dyed

Bleached or dyed fabrics are classified under different items.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Ensure the fabric is classified as 'Other' and not as a specific type like broadcloth or sheeting

• Provide the CBSA with the fabric's weight and construction details

• Verify that the polyester filament content is 85% or more

Related Products under Tariff item 5407.69.00

Bleached 100% Polyester Sheeting Fabric

This is a bleached plain weave polyester fabric containing over 85% polyester filaments, with a square construction exceeding 33 ends and picks per cm and an average yarn number below 68. It meets the sheeting definition in the section notes and is classified under 5407.69.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of polyester filaments.

Bleached Industrial Polyester Sheeting Alternative

This is a bleached polyester filament fabric weighing 180 g/m², not of square construction, used for industrial dividers. It is classified under 5407.69.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of polyester filaments, as it does not meet the sheeting specifications.

Bleached Polyester Bag Fabric

This is a bleached 100% polyester filament fabric weighing 200 g/m², used for heavy-duty bags, with a plain weave that is not napped. It is classified under 5407.69.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of polyester filaments, as it does not meet the broadcloth or sheeting specifications.

Bleached Polyester Bag Lining Fabric

A bleached 100% polyester woven fabric with a plain weave, containing 85% or more by weight of polyester filaments. It is lightweight and used as lining for handbags, with a non-square construction that does not meet the specific definitions for broadcloth or sheeting. This fabric falls under tariff item 5407.69.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of polyester filaments.

Bleached Polyester Broadcloth for Shirts

A bleached poplin or broadcloth-style woven fabric made of 88% polyester filaments, with a plain weave that is not square. It weighs under 170 gsm and has over 33 ends and picks per cm, making it suitable for men's dress shirt bodies. This fabric falls under tariff item 5407.69.00 as 'Other' woven fabrics of polyester filaments.

Bleached Polyester Craft Fabric

This is a bleached plain weave polyester fabric containing 86% polyester filaments, weighing under 170 g/m² with a yarn density of 50 yarns per cm. It is unprinted and designed for DIY craft applications, falling under tariff item 5407.69.00 as an 'other' woven fabric of polyester filaments.