Bleached Polyester Printcloth Alternative

This plain weave polyester filament fabric weighs under 170 g/m² but uses finer yarns outside exact printcloth specs (statistical note (e)), thus 'other'. Unbleached or bleached for apparel interlinings. Falls under 5407.91.20.90 as non-standard printcloth.

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.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 49.9%

If non-poplin/broadcloth over 170 g/m²

Heavier non-specific weaves go to 5407.61 other provisions.

5513.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If staple fiber base

Printcloth-like from staple fibers classified in chapter 55.

5407.91Same rate: 49.9%

If exactly matching printcloth but combed

Combed printcloth may fit broader unbleached/bleached categories.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Test yarn numbers (43-68) and singles yarn count to justify 'other' vs printcloth exclusion

Include lab reports on g/m² and construction to prevent reclassification

Avoid selling as printcloth if width ≥168 cm or combed