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Polyester Staple Fiber Sheeting Fabric from China

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.

Duty Rate — China → United States

51.1%

Rate breakdown

9903.88.0325%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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China

Import Tips

Verify square construction and exact weight (>170g/m²) via lab tests to confirm sheeting classification under statistical note (b)(ii); mismeasurement leads to reclassification

Provide mill test certificates showing 85%+ polyester staple fiber content and yarn numbers to avoid disputes at customs

Label rolls clearly with HTS code, weight, and construction specs to prevent common pitfalls like downgrading to printcloth