Discharge Printed Cotton Percale Sheeting Fabric from China

This is a plain weave cotton sheeting fabric containing over 85% cotton, weighing between 100-200 g/m², with an average yarn number between 43 and 68, featuring discharge printing for a vintage faded effect. It is specifically classified under HTS 5208.52.40.35 due to its discharge printing process, high cotton content, weight, weave, and yarn number specifications as per Chapter 52 notes. Commonly used for bedding and apparel linings.

Duty Rate — China → United States

46.4%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Verify average yarn number using Chapter 52 formulas (e.g

N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm 43-68 range

Obtain certification if claiming hand-loomed status under US note for 5208 to potentially qualify for preferences

Ensure discharge printing is documented as it distinguishes from standard printed fabrics under subheading 5208.52