Polyester Printcloth Fabric

Plain weave polyester fabric under 170 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², square construction, under 168 cm width, per printcloth note. 88% synthetic staple fibers qualify for HTS 5512.99.00 as other. Used in apparel printing.

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.

5513.41.00Higher: 49.9% vs 47%

If less than 85% synthetic content

Printcloth with cotton blends goes to 5513 printcloth subheading.

5516.43.00Lower: 35% vs 47%

If for industrial machine clothing use

End-use as industrial fabric shifts to Chapter 55 heading 5516.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm no multiple/cabled yarns and measure width under 168 cm

Lab certify average yarn numbers 43-68 for printcloth eligibility