Unbleached Printcloth 315 Cotton Fabric
This unbleached plain weave cotton fabric contains 85% or more cotton by weight, weighs between 100-200 g/m², and has an average yarn number of 43 to 68, specifically classified as printcloth (315) per HTS 5208.12.60.60. It is imported in its natural unbleached state, ideal for printing processes in garment manufacturing. The classification reflects its plain weave structure and precise thread count metrics as defined in Chapter 52 notes.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing 100 g/m² or less
Printcloth under 100 g/m² shifts to a lower weight subheading within unbleached plain weave category.
If bleached instead of unbleached
Bleaching process moves it from unbleached (5208.12) to bleached heading 5208.32 while retaining printcloth specs.
If qualifying as denim weave
If featuring 3/4-thread twill with specific colored yarns per subheading note, it reclassifies as denim under Chapter 52.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify average yarn number using Chapter 52 formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing, ensuring it falls between 43-68 for this subheading
• Provide mill test certificates confirming 85%+ cotton content and weight under 200 g/m² to avoid reclassification during customs exam
• Note quantitative restrictions on raw cotton inputs; source from WTO members to prevent entry bans under U.S. notes
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