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Dyed Polyester Batiste Fabric

Fine, lightweight dyed flat woven fabric of 88% non-textured polyester filaments at 110 g/m², ideal for blouses. Classified in HTS 5407.61.99.25 for its ≥85% non-textured polyester, dyed, flat, and ≤170 g/m² specs per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+37.5%52.4%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%—14.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%—14.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5407.61.99Same rate: 52.4%

If not dyed (plain or unbleached)

Dyed vs. non-dyed separates .25 from .20 subheading.

5407.69.30Lower: 37.5% vs 52.4%

If under 85% but ≥85% of other non-textured filaments

Other synthetic non-textured filaments like nylon use 5407.69 if polyester <85%.

5903.90.30Lower: 40.2% vs 52.4%

If coated or laminated for textile use

Surface treatments like coatings shift to Chapter 59 imitation leather headings.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Conduct fiber content analysis via AATCC tests to substantiate ≥85% polyester claim

• Declare exact dyeing method; reactive dyes common but must match uniform colorfastness standards