Heavyweight Polyester Sheeting for Bed Linens
Heavyweight plain weave sheeting fabric from 100% polyester staple fibers, over 170 g/m², square construction exceeding 33 threads/cm², average yarn number 30-40, precisely fitting HTS 5512.19.0027 sheeting criteria excluding multiple yarns. Ideal for durable mattress covers and commercial bedding.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing <85% polyester staple fibers (mixed with cotton or other)
Mixed synthetic staple fabrics drop to 5513, altering material-based heading.
If specifically identified as printcloth type
Printcloth specs in note (c) like ≤170g/m² and yarn 43-68 shift to that subheading.
If coated or laminated for textile use
Surface treatments like PVC coating move to Chapter 59 imitation leather.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Conduct independent weave analysis to document square construction; customs often challenges sheeting claims without proof
• Ensure no multiple (folded) or cabled yarns per note (b)(ii)(A) to stay in this subheading
• For bed linen end-use, prepare Form 5501 if claiming informal entry to speed clearance
Related Products under HTS 5512.19.00.27
Polyester Staple Fiber Sheeting Fabric
This is a plain weave polyester sheeting fabric weighing over 170 g/m², of square construction with more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per cm², and average yarn number above 26, meeting the exact definition of 'sheeting' in Chapter 55 statistical note (b)(ii). It contains 85% or more polyester staple fibers, classifying it under HTS 5512.19.0027 as other sheeting. Primarily used for bed linens and upholstery.
Industrial Polyester Sheeting Fabric
Plain weave industrial-grade sheeting of 92% polyester staple fibers, >170 g/m², square weave >33 threads/cm², yarn number 28+, compliant with sheeting note (b)(ii) exclusions for multiple yarns. Used in protective covers, tarps, and machinery enclosures under HTS 5512.19.0027.
Polyester Square Weave Sheeting Roll
Rolled plain weave sheeting fabric of 88% polyester staple fibers, exceeding 170 g/m² with precise square construction (>33 ends/picks cm²), average yarn 32, fitting HTS 5512.19.0027 other sheeting per note (b)(ii). Common for upholstery and curtains.
Upholstery Grade Polyester Sheeting
High-tenacity polyester staple sheeting for upholstery, plain weave 185 g/m², square construction 36 threads/cm², yarn 35 average, 87% polyester content, matching HTS 5512.19.0027 sheeting under note (b)(ii).
Commercial Bedding Polyester Sheeting
Durable commercial sheeting fabric from polyester staple fibers (90%+), plain weave >170 g/m², square >33 threads/cm², yarn number 29, excluding cabled yarns per note (b)(ii), under HTS 5512.19.0027. Designed for hotel and hospital bedding.