Napped Polyester Utility Fabric

Napped plain weave >170 g/m², average yarn 27+, not square or multiple yarns, for workwear. Fits 5512.99.00.90 excluding sheeting/poplin precisely. Rugged for uniforms.

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.

5514.43.00Lower: 35% vs 47%

If printed

Printed fabrics to 5514

5112.19.60Higher: 60% vs 47%

If wool-blended >85% synthetic

Blends with wool/man-made in Chapter 51

5906.99Lower: 13.3% vs 47%

If rubber-coated

Coated fabrics Chapter 59

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Import Tips & Compliance

Lab certify napping and yarn number to defend classification

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Polyester Printcloth Alternative Fabric

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Polyester Lining Fabric

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Specialty Polyester Scrim Fabric

Open plain weave <170 g/m², ≤33 ends/picks like cheesecloth but custom count, for reinforcement. 5512.99.00.90 other category. Used in composites.

Custom Polyester Interlining

Fused plain weave >170 g/m² not fitting defined types, for shirt collars. 5512.99.00.90 residual. Garment stiffener.

100% Polyester Sheeting Fabric

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