Fine Polyester-Cotton Batiste Sheeting

Ultra-fine batiste plain weave from bleached polyester staple mainly with cotton, ≤170 g/m², under HTS 5513.11.00.90. Not sheeting per note (b) due to non-square construction. Perfect for embroidery bases and infant garments.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

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

5513.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If specific statistical suffix for voiles

While same heading, voiles have dedicated suffixes; batiste uses 90.

5408.32.30Lower: 41.9% vs 49.9%

If filament yarn version

Synthetic filament-cotton dyed poplins classify in 54, staple in 55.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 49.9%

If made up into retail finished articles

Completed textile articles like scarves shift to Chapter 63.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Differentiate from printcloth via yarn number tests (<43 or >68 excludes printcloth)

Use commercial invoices specifying 'batiste, not sheeting' to guide examiners

Retail sets with trims may classify under apparel chapters if GRI 3 applies

Related Products under HTS 5513.11.00.90

Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Cheesecloth

This plain weave cheesecloth is made from unbleached polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing under 170 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per square centimeter. It matches the statistical definition of cheesecloth in HTS 5513.11.00.90 for its loose construction and low thread count. Commonly used for straining, filtering, and culinary applications.

Bleached Polyester-Cotton Cheesecloth Roll

A bleached plain weave cheesecloth featuring polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, under 170 g/m² and low thread density per statistical note (d). Classified in HTS 5513.11.00.90 for unbleached/bleached cheesecloth types. Ideal for medical dressings, crafting, and food preparation.

Bleached Poly-Cotton Lawn Fabric

Delicate, bleached plain weave lawn from polyester staple fibers mainly mixed with cotton, under 170 g/m², per HTS 5513.11.00.90 for lawns/voiles/batistes. Its smooth, crisp texture suits heirloom sewing and summer garments. Excludes poplin/broadcloth per statistical notes.

Grade 90 Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth

Medium-density Grade 90 cheesecloth in plain weave, unbleached polyester-cotton mix <170 g/m² with ≤33 threads/cm², HTS 5513.11.00.90. Standard for cheese making, straining stocks, and bundling. Fits exact statistical definition (d) for cheesecloth.

Culinary Voile Strainer Cloth

Unbleached voile plain weave cloth of polyester-cotton staple mix <170 g/m², HTS 5513.11.00.90 for voiles. Lightweight for nut milks, infusions, and fine straining. Excludes cheesecloth density per notes.

Bleached Lawn Fabric for Lining

Bleached polyester-cotton lawn, plain weave ≤170 g/m², statistical lawns under HTS 5513.11.00.90. Sheer quality ideal for garment linings and overlays. Not broadcloth due to square construction exclusion.