No. 40 Plain Weave Cotton Sheeting Fabric
This is a dyed plain weave cotton sheeting fabric containing 85% or more cotton by weight, weighing under 100 g/m² with an average yarn number of 40, classified as sheeting (313) under HTS 5208.31.40.40. It meets Chapter 52 specifications for cotton woven fabrics of number 42 or lower, used primarily for bed linens and apparel linings. The lightweight construction and specific weave make it ideal for breathable applications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weight exceeds 100 g/m² but ≤200 g/m²
Heavier plain weave dyed cotton fabrics shift to subheading 5208.32 for weights over 100 g/m² within the same dyed category.
If printed instead of dyed
Printed fabrics of the same specs fall under 5208.41, as printing changes the coloration method from dyeing.
If cotton content <85% but ≥36%
Lower cotton blends move to Chapter 52 heading 5211 for mixed fabrics, altering the primary material classification.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm ≤42 classification
• Provide lab test reports for fiber content (>85% cotton) and weight (<100 g/m²) to avoid reclassification to higher weight subheadings
• Ensure dyeing is even and documented; common pitfall is mislabeling as unbleached (5208.21), triggering different duties
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