Unbleached or bleached
Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing 85 percent or more by weight of synthetic staple fibers: > Containing 85 percent or more by weight of polyester staple fibers: > Unbleached or bleached
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Subheadings
Products classified under HTS 5512.11.00
Unbleached Polyester Poplin Fabric
This plain weave fabric, containing over 85% polyester staple fibers, is unbleached and meets poplin specifications with non-square construction and weight exceeding 170 g/m² using finer yarns. Classified under HTS 5512.11.00 due to its high polyester staple fiber content and unbleached state. Ideal for lightweight apparel linings and blouses.
Bleached Polyester Sheeting Fabric
A plain weave bleached fabric of square construction, over 85% polyester staple fibers, weighing under 170 g/m² with more than 33 ends/picks per cm and yarn number 68 or lower. Fits HTS 5512.11.00 for bleached high-polyester staple woven fabrics. Commonly used for bed linens and curtains.
Unbleached Polyester Printcloth Alternative
Plain weave unbleached fabric over 85% polyester staple, 43-68 yarn number, square construction, under 170 g/m² but excluding true printcloth due to minor spec deviation. Under HTS 5512.11.00 for unbleached polyester staple fabrics. Used in pre-printing for labels and packaging.
Bleached Polyester Cheesecloth Substitute
Lightweight bleached plain weave polyester staple fabric (85%+), under 170 g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm, akin to cheesecloth per note (d). HTS 5512.11.00 covers such unbleached/bleached high-polyester wovens. Applied in filtration, crafts, and medical wipes.
Unbleached High-Density Polyester Broadcloth
Unbleached plain weave broadcloth-style fabric, 85%+ polyester staple fibers, non-square construction avoiding poplin exclusions. Classed in HTS 5512.11.00 for basic state polyester wovens. Suited for shirt collars and uniform components.
Bleached Polyester Bedding Sheeting
Square construction bleached sheeting fabric of polyester staple fibers (85%+), meeting weight and density for note (b)(i). HTS 5512.11.00 for bleached versions. Primarily for mattress covers and pillowcases.
Unbleached Polyester Apparel Lining
Greige unbleached plain weave polyester staple fabric (85%+), poplin-like for garment linings. Under HTS 5512.11.00 due to fiber content and processing state. Essential for jackets and dresses.
Bleached Polyester Curtain Fabric
Bleached medium-weight polyester staple woven fabric (85%+), broadcloth type for window treatments. HTS 5512.11.00 applies to its unprocessed color state. Durable for home decor.
Unbleached Polyester Industrial Sheeting
Heavy unbleached square weave polyester staple sheeting (85%+), over 170 g/m² excluding cabled yarns. HTS 5512.11.00 for industrial covers and tarps. Robust for machinery protection.
Bleached Polyester Craft Fabric
Light bleached cheesecloth-style polyester staple fabric (85%+), low density for DIY projects. Fits HTS 5512.11.00 unbleached/bleached category. Popular in quilting and decorations.