Dyed Polyester-Cotton Printcloth Fabric

This woven printcloth fabric contains 70% polyester filament yarn and 30% cotton, dyed throughout, meeting the statistical note definition for printcloth with average yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per square cm, under 170 gsm, and square construction. It is classified under HTS 5407.82.0030 due to less than 85% synthetic filaments mixed mainly with cotton and being dyed printcloth. Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings and casual blouses.

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 85% or more synthetic filaments

Exceeds the <85% synthetic threshold, shifting to heading 5407.52 for dyed fabrics with higher synthetic content.

5208.32.50Lower: 47.5% vs 49.9%

If mainly cotton with <85% cotton

If cotton predominates (>50%) and synthetic is minor, it moves to Chapter 52 for cotton weaves, not Chapter 54 synthetics.

5407.81.00Same rate: 49.9%

If unbleached or bleached, not dyed

Printcloth exists but dyeing changes subheading; undyed versions fall under 5407.81 for non-dyed mixed fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify yarn count, weave (square construction, >33 singles/cm²), weight (<170 gsm), and fiber content via lab tests to confirm printcloth classification

Provide dyeing certificates and mill test reports; ensure no multiple/cabled yarns as per statistical note (e)