100% Polyester Printcloth Fabric

This is a plain weave printcloth made from 100% polyester staple fibers, weighing 150 grams per square meter, with average yarn numbers between 43-68, containing more than 33 singles yarns per square centimeter, and of square construction. It meets the statistical note definition for printcloth in HTS 5512.99.00.25 due to its precise construction and fiber content of 85% or more synthetic staple fibers. Primarily used for lightweight apparel linings and crafts.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5512.99.00Same rate: 47%

If not meeting exact printcloth specs like yarn count or singles yarns

Falls under general 'other' woven synthetic staple fabrics if it doesn't qualify as printcloth per statistical notes.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple fibers

Filament-based fabrics are classified in Chapter 54, not Chapter 55 which is exclusive to staple fibers.

5514.43.00Lower: 35% vs 47%

If containing 36% or more elastomeric fibers by weight

Elastomeric content triggers classification under 5514 for fabrics with spandex or similar blends.

Not sure which classification is right?

Our AI classifier can analyze your specific product and recommend the correct HTS code with confidence.

Import Tips & Compliance

Verify yarn count, weave density, and weight via lab testing to confirm printcloth classification and avoid misclassification as sheeting

Provide mill certificates showing 85%+ polyester staple fiber content; ensure no multiple or cabled yarns are present

Related Products under HTS 5512.99.00.25

Printed Polyester Printcloth Roll (150 g/m²)

Rolled printcloth fabric from 88% polyester staple fibers, 155 g/m² weight, plain weave with 40 warp/filling singles per cm², average yarn number 55. Qualifies for HTS 5512.99.00.25 as printcloth per Chapter 55 notes, not exceeding filament or weight exclusions. Used in home decor printing and apparel.

High-Density Polyester Staple Printcloth

Printcloth with 42 singles per cm², 148 g/m², 90% polyester staple fibers, plain weave not napped, yarn avg 52. Meets all criteria for HTS 5512.99.00.25 printcloth including no multiples/cabled yarns and under 170 g/m². Imported for blouse linings and scarves.

Polyester Staple Fiber Printcloth for Dress Linings

A 145 g/m² printcloth of 92% polyester staple fibers in square weave construction with over 35 singles yarns per cm² and yarn numbers 50-60. Certified under HTS 5512.99.00.25 for its adherence to printcloth specs in woven synthetic staple fabrics. Commonly imported for garment linings in women's dresses.

Fine Polyester Printcloth for Craft Projects

Lightweight 140 g/m² printcloth of 95% polyester staple, square construction, 38 singles yarns/cm², yarn numbers 45-65. Fits HTS 5512.99.00.25 definition excluding printcloth types over specific weights or with multiples. Ideal for DIY crafts and patchwork quilting.

Non-Napped Polyester Printcloth Sheeting Alternative

162 g/m² plain weave printcloth, 87% polyester staple, 36+ singles/cm², yarn 48-62, square. Classed in HTS 5512.99.00.25 despite sheeting-like density due to printcloth specs. Used in upholstery linings.