Unbleached Textured Polyester Sheeting Fabric from China
A bleached plain weave fabric of square construction, over 170 g/m², made from 85%+ textured polyester filaments, qualifying as sheeting per statistical notes. Used for industrial linings and heavy-duty bags. Fits 5407.51.0060 due to weight, unbleached/bleached status, and polyester dominance.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.9%
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
• Document square construction and yarn count to meet sheeting definition and avoid poplin misclassification
• Conduct fiber analysis to prove textured polyester content exceeds 85% threshold
• Label clearly as unbleached to differentiate from dyed headings and ensure correct duty application