Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Batiste
Fine, plain weave batiste fabric of unbleached polyester staple mixed mainly with cotton, ≤170 g/m², classified under HTS 5513.11.00.90 as batistes. Known for its crisp, lightweight hand ideal for blouses and lingerie. Meets chapter notes excluding square construction types.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weight exceeds 170 g/m²
Heavier polyester-cotton plain weaves classify in 5514, not lightweight 5513 subheading.
If mixed with wool or fine animal hair
Any wool content shifts to Chapter 51 mixed fabrics, regardless of staple type.
If coated or laminated with plastics
Textile fabrics impregnated or coated move to Chapter 59 for surface treatments.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for average yarn number to ensure not qualifying as printcloth (43-68 range with >33 singles)
• Document as 'batiste' with weave specs to prevent misclassification as generic lawn
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Bleached Polyester-Cotton Cheesecloth Roll
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Grade 90 Poly-Cotton Cheesecloth
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Fine Polyester-Cotton Batiste Sheeting
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Culinary Voile Strainer Cloth
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