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Printed Polyester-Cotton Denim-Like Fabric

Heavy printed fabric mimicking denim, made from polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², for casual jackets. The fabric has a printed design that imitates denim appearance, qualifying it as an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.

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.

5514.49.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is not printed but dyed to look like denim.

Dyed fabrics would fall under the non-printed 'other' subheading.

5209.42.00Same rate: Free

If the fabric is actually made of cotton denim, not polyester.

True cotton denim is classified in Chapter 52.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the fabric is not a true denim (which would be classified under heading 52.09) but a printed imitation

• Verify the polyester staple fibre content is less than 85% and the weight exceeds 170 g/m²

• Provide a fibre analysis certificate to support classification

Related Products under Tariff item 5514.43.00

Custom Printed Poly-Cotton Twill Banner Material

Printed twill weave poly-cotton fabric weighing over 170 g/m² with polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) for outdoor banners. The twill construction provides durability, and the printed design qualifies it as an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.

Heavy Poly-Cotton Printed Satin Sofa Fabric

Satin weave printed fabric exceeding 170 g/m², made from polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) mixed with cotton for sofa upholstery. The satin weave gives a lustrous surface, and the printed design qualifies it as an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.

Heavy Printed Poly-Cotton Twill Curtain Fabric

Printed twill weave fabric over 170 g/m², blending polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) mainly with cotton, ideal for custom curtains. The twill construction and printed design qualify it as an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.

Heavyweight Printed Poly-Cotton Satin Tablecloth Fabric

Satin weave printed fabric exceeding 170 g/m², made from polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) mainly with cotton, suited for table linens. The satin weave provides a smooth surface, and the printed design qualifies it as an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.

Industrial Printed Poly-Cotton Twill Workwear Fabric

Heavy printed twill fabric exceeding 170 g/m², made from polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) with cotton for uniforms and workwear. The twill construction provides durability, and the printed design qualifies it as an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.

Printed Poly-Cotton Herringbone Upholstery Fabric

Printed herringbone weave upholstery fabric made from polyester staple fibres (less than 85%) blended mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m². The herringbone pattern is created by the weave structure, and the fabric is printed, making it an 'other woven fabric' of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5514.43.00.