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.
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If yarn number exceeds sheeting limits or non-square
Fails sheeting definition per note (b), shifting to other woven polyester fabrics.
If certified for apparel certification
Apparel-specific polyester staple fabrics have separate headings.
If over 170 g/m² and not meeting poplin exclusions
Heavier weights may fall under Chapter 55 printed or colored fabrics if processed.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Provide construction specs (square weave, ends/picks) to prove sheeting status per statistical notes
• Ensure bleaching process certification; over-bleached may be deemed 'other' under 5512.19
• Label roll width and weight accurately to avoid reclassification as printcloth
Related Products 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.
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.