Polyester Printcloth Alternative Fabric
This plain weave polyester staple fabric weighs under 170 g/m² and has more than 33 singles yarns per cm², but exceeds printcloth width limits or is combed, making it 'other' under tariff item 5515.19.00. It is used for various textile applications.
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 |
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 does not meet printcloth specifications due to width or combing
• Document the fabric's width and yarn count for CBSA
• Consider if the fabric is for apparel or other uses
Related Products under Tariff item 5515.19.00
Colorblocked Polyester Dress Fabric
This woven fabric is made from polyester staple yarns in distinct color blocks, not jacquard or denim, for dressmaking. It is classified under tariff item 5515.19.00 as 'other' woven polyester staple fabric with yarns of different colors.
Confetti Polyester Party Decor Fabric
This festive woven polyester staple fabric has scattered multi-color yarn specks, resembling confetti, and is non-jacquard. It is lightweight and used for party backdrops, classified under tariff item 5515.19.00 as 'other' with yarns of different colors.
Craft Polyester Broadcloth
This is a plain weave polyester staple fabric that does not meet the specific definitions of poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, or printcloth due to its weight and yarn specifications. It is used for crafting and quilting projects, making it an 'other' woven fabric of polyester staple fibres under tariff item 5515.19.00.
Festival Stripe Polyester Banner Material
This heavy-duty woven polyester staple fabric features vibrant multi-color stripe yarns for outdoor banners, not denim or jacquard. It is weather-resistant and classified under tariff item 5515.19.00 as 'other' with yarns of different colors.
Harlequin Pattern Polyester Decor Fabric
This polyester staple fiber fabric is woven with multi-color yarns in a harlequin diamond pattern, non-jacquard, for home decor pillows. It meets chapter notes for woven synthetic staple and is classified under tariff item 5515.19.00 as 'other' with yarns of different colors.
Heavyweight Polyester Sheeting Fabric
This heavyweight polyester staple plain weave fabric exceeds 170 g/m² and does not meet the exclusions for sheeting, such as multiple yarns or low yarn number. It is suitable for upholstery or bedding applications, falling under the 'other' category of tariff item 5515.19.00.