Printcloth-Exempt Poly Sheeting Fabric from China
This 145 gsm polyester staple sheeting avoids printcloth classification with yarn number 70 and square weave >33 threads per sq cm, fitting HTS 5512.99.0020 per note (b)(i), 92% synthetic staple content. Used in apparel and upholstery.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
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
• Explicitly note 'not printcloth' in specs if yarn 43-68 range
• Sample swatches for CBP if construction questioned
• Ensure no combed yarns that might trigger other notes