Polyester Taffeta Lining Fabric

Plain weave taffeta fabric from non-textured polyester filaments ≥85%, used for garment linings. Falls under HTS 5407.61.99 as it doesn't meet poplin/broadcloth exclusions in note (c) for yarn counts. High luster, flat construction.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.52Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If mixed with <85% textured polyester

Blends with textured drop to general mixed polyester weaves.

5513.19.00Same rate: 49.9%

If using polyester staple yarns

Staple fiber wovens are Chapter 55, filament-exclusive for 54.

5902.90.00.00Lower: 35% vs 49.9%

If treated for tire cord reinforcement

Technical tire fabrics with specific treatments go to Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify non-square construction to avoid sheeting misclassification per note (d)

Include yarn number certifications (>26 average) for poplin exclusion

Declare as greige if unbleached/dyed to simplify valuation

Related Products under HTS 5407.61.99

Polyester Poplin Fabric

A plain weave polyester fabric weighing over 170 g/m² with non-textured filaments comprising 85% or more by weight, used for shirts and blouses. It falls under HTS 5407.61.99 as it exceeds poplin definitions in statistical notes (c) due to weight and yarn number specs. Excludes selvages and meets 'other' woven fabric criteria in Chapter 54.

Polyester Sheeting Fabric

Plain weave non-textured polyester fabric >170 g/m², not of square construction or with multiple yarns, used for bedding. Classified in HTS 5407.61.99 as 'other' since it doesn't fully match sheeting specs in statistical note (d)(ii) exclusions. Composed of ≥85% polyester filaments.

Polyester Chiffon Fabric

Lightweight plain weave chiffon made from ≥85% non-textured polyester filaments, used for evening wear linings. HTS 5407.61.99 applies as 'other' woven fabric, not matching printcloth (note e) due to weave or width specs. Excludes heavily twisted yarns per flat fabric definition.

Polyester Twill Upholstery Fabric

Twill weave fabric of ≥85% non-textured polyester filaments, durable for upholstery. HTS 5407.61.99 as 'other' since not plain weave types like poplin or sheeting in notes (c)-(d). Weighs >170 g/m².

Non-Textured Polyester Batiste Fabric

Fine plain weave batiste from ≥85% non-textured polyester filaments, lightweight for blouses. 'Other' under HTS 5407.61.99 as it evades printcloth specs (note e: yarn numbers 43-68 but not square or width-limited). Flat yarns.

Polyester Voile Curtain Fabric

Sheer plain weave voile of non-textured polyester filaments ≥85%, for curtains. HTS 5407.61.99 'other' category since lightweight <170 g/m² but not square construction sheeting (note d). No napping.