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Acetate-Cotton Dyed Printcloth

A lightweight dyed printcloth blending 75% acetate filament with 25% cotton, square construction, average yarn number 50, exceeding 33 singles yarns per sq cm, under 170 gsm per Chapter 54 notes. HTS 5407.82.0030 applies as synthetic (acetate) filaments under 85% mixed with cotton, specifically dyed printcloth. Ideal for summer dresses and scarves.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China14.9%+37.5%52.4%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermany14.9%β€”14.9%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅Japan14.9%β€”14.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 52.4%

If containing 85%+ synthetic filaments

Higher synthetic percentage removes it from mixed cotton category into other dyed synthetics.

5211.52.00Lower: 45.6% vs 52.4%

If for woven cotton fabrics mixed with man-made fibers, if cotton >50%

Primarily cotton-based classification under Chapter 52 if cotton is the main component.

5407.92Lower: 27.4% vs 52.4%

If printed after dyeing

Post-dye printing shifts to printed subheading 5407.92, not plain dyed.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Submit fiber content breakdown and weave analysis; acetate counts as synthetic filament per Chapter 54

β€’ Avoid reclassification by confirming no napping exceeds printcloth limits; use AATCC test methods for verification