Unbleached Flax Linen Plain Weave for Curtains
Unbleached plain weave linen fabric with 80% flax and 20% other vegetable fibers, weighing 220 g/m², not meeting sheeting criteria due to yarn number >26, classified as other under 5309.21.40.90. Its natural color and texture suit home decor like curtains and drapes. Complies with notes as wholly specified weave excluding selvage.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If specifically sheeting per note (c)
Precise sheeting specs (weight, construction, thread count) qualify for dedicated subheading.
If imported as finished curtains
Completed textile articles like curtains classify under Chapter 63, not fabrics.
If coated or laminated
Surface-coated fabrics for decor shift to paper/articles chapter if qualifying.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Declare intended use (e.g
• curtains) but classify by material/weave; end-use doesn't override HTS notes
• Test for napping if fuzzy surface present, as napped changes description per note (f)
• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclared as retail; specify commercial quantities
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