Unbleached Polyester Printcloth Alternative

Unbleached plain weave fabric of 90% polyester filaments, 150 gsm, 40 singles yarns per sq cm, square construction, average yarn number 55, akin to printcloth specs in note (e) but used for pre-printing bases. Suitable for apparel and crafts. HTS 5407.69.10 covers unbleached high-polyester woven fabrics.

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%

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Alternative Classifications

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5407.69Same rate: 49.9%

If post-printing

Printing changes it from unbleached to printed fabrics in higher subheadings.

5513.19.00Same rate: 49.9%

If made from polyester staple fibers not filaments

Chapter 55 covers woven fabrics of staple fibers, excluding filament yarns.

5407Same rate: 49.9%

If under 85% polyester content

Mixed synthetic compositions below threshold go to 5407.59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document absence of multiple/cabled yarns to fit printcloth-like specs in note (e)

Width under 168 cm? Note it for potential distinctions, though not reclassifying here

Test for exact yarn count to avoid disputes with lighter weight fabrics

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