Napped Polyester Printcloth Variant
Napped polyester printcloth variant, a lightly napped plain-weave fabric of polyester staple fibres mixed mainly with filaments. Weighing under 170 g/m² with more than 33 threads per cm² in a square construction, it retains its printcloth classification despite the napping finish.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the napping creates a pile surface (e.g., flannel or fleece)
Pile fabrics, including knitted or woven with a raised surface, are classified in Chapter 60.
If mixed with fibres other than man-made filaments
Covers other polyester staple fibre fabric blends.
If the fabric is made wholly of filaments
All-filament fabrics are classified in Chapter 54.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Napping is a finishing process that does not affect classification under this tariff item, provided the fabric's weight and thread count still meet the printcloth specifications
• Confirm the napping does not obscure the weave structure or add significant weight exceeding 170 g/m²
• Declare the napping process to the CBSA to avoid confusion with pile fabrics, which fall under other headings
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