Polyester Printcloth Alternative

Plain weave polyester staple fabric, 150 g/m², average yarn number 55, over 33 singles yarns/cm² but wider than 168 cm, excluding it from printcloth note (c)(ii). Fits HTS 5512.19.00.90 as other. Used in upholstery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China13.6%+35.0%48.6%
🇲🇽Mexico13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇨🇦Canada13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇩🇪Germany13.6%+10.0%23.6%
🇯🇵Japan13.6%+10.0%23.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5512.19.00.10Same rate: 48.6%

If specifically poplin or broadcloth

Statistical breakout 5512.19.00.10 for poplin/broadcloth; this is 'other'.

5515.12.00Lower: 47% vs 48.6%

If mixed with <85% polyester staple

Other staple fiber mixed weaves in 5515; pure polyester stays in 5512.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 48.6%

If textile-coated for specific end use

Coated textile fabrics move to Chapter 59, regardless of staple type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure width precisely; <168 cm shifts to printcloth if other specs met

Certify no multiple/cabled yarns to avoid exclusion from printcloth defs