Polyester Plaid Dress Fabric
This woven fabric consists of 100% polyester staple fibers with yarns of different colors arranged in a plaid pattern, excluding blue denim or jacquard weave. It meets the 85%+ polyester staple fiber requirement and is used for lightweight dresses and blouses. Classified under 5512.19.00.05 due to its multi-colored yarn construction and plain weave style.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If made of unbleached or bleached yarns only
Single-color or unbleached yarns shift to the bleached/unbleached subheading within the same polyester heading.
If knitted rather than woven
Knitted polyester fabrics fall under Chapter 60, not woven fabrics of Chapter 55.
If coated or laminated with polyurethane for textile use
Surface treatments like PU coating move it to Chapter 59 as textile fabrics, coated/laminated.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ polyester staple fibers for Chapter 55 classification
• Provide weave analysis and yarn color documentation to distinguish from jacquard or denim exclusions
• Avoid misdeclaration as printcloth by ensuring no printed patterns; focus on yarn-dyed colors
Related Products under HTS 5512.19.00.05
Multi-Color Polyester Sheeting
A plain weave polyester sheeting fabric over 170g/m² with yarns of different colors, meeting the statistical note for sheeting but classified here for multi-color yarns. Ideal for bed linens and upholstery where color variety is key. Falls under 5512.19.00.05 as it exceeds 85% polyester staple fibers without jacquard or denim features.
Variegated Polyester Poplin
Lightweight poplin weave fabric from 100% polyester staple fibers featuring yarns of different colors in a non-square construction under 170g/m². Used for shirts and casual apparel. Qualifies for 5512.19.00.05 due to multi-color yarns excluding jacquard or denim.
Rainbow Stripe Polyester Fabric
Woven 88% polyester staple fiber fabric with rainbow-colored stripe yarns, plain weave, not jacquard or denim. Perfect for summer apparel and crafts. Classified in 5512.19.00.05 for its high polyester content and distinct multi-color yarn construction.
Polychrome Polyester Cheesecloth Alternative
Low-density plain weave polyester fabric under 170g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm, using yarns of different colors. Functions similarly to traditional cheesecloth but in vibrant colors for crafts. Fits 5512.19.00.05 as 90% polyester staple with multi-color exclusion qualifiers.
Multi-Tone Polyester Broadcloth
Plain weave broadcloth fabric of 100% polyester staple fibers, not square construction, under 170g/m² with multi-tone colored yarns. Commonly used for men's shirts. Under 5512.19.00.05 for yarn color variety excluding denim/jacquard.
Festive Polyester Checkered Fabric
Checkered pattern woven from polyester staple yarns of different colors, 85%+ polyester content, plain weave. Suited for tablecloths and holiday decor. Classed in 5512.19.00.05 due to yarn-dyed multi-colors without jacquard complexity.