Bleached Poly-Cotton Lightweight Drapery Fabric
Semi-sheer plain weave of 75% polyester staple and 25% cotton, bleached, 130 g/m², for lightweight curtains and drapes. HTS 5513.13.00.90 covers this as other unbleached/bleached poly-cotton under 170 g/m², not cheesecloth due to density. Balances opacity and light transmission.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weight over 170 g/m²
Exceeding weight limit moves to 5515 for other wovens of synthetic staple.
If made up as finished curtains
Completed home furnishings classify under Chapter 63.
If impregnated with linseed oil for durability
Linoleum-style treatments shift to Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Distinguish from upholstery (heavier) with precise weight docs
• Fire retardancy treatments may require Chapter 59 classification
• Bulk rolls easier than cut pieces for fabric heading retention
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Polyester-Cotton Poplin Shirt Fabric
This plain weave fabric blends 65% polyester staple fibers with 35% cotton, weighing 150 g/m², unbleached for shirt manufacturing. It qualifies under HTS 5513.13.00.90 as a polyester staple fiber fabric mixed mainly with cotton, under 170 g/m², and not fitting specific categories like sheeting or printcloth due to its construction. Used widely for casual and dress shirts.
Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Twill for Casual Pants
Twill weave fabric with 70% polyester staple fibers and 30% cotton, unbleached, 160 g/m², suited for chinos and casual trousers. Classified in HTS 5513.13.00.90 for lightweight polyester-dominant cotton mixes not matching chapter-specific types like cheesecloth. Provides wrinkle resistance.
Bleached Poly-Cotton Sheeting Alternative for Linings
Plain weave fabric resembling sheeting but with 68% polyester staple and 32% cotton, bleached, 155 g/m², used for garment linings. HTS 5513.13.00.90 applies as it doesn't meet strict sheeting criteria (e.g., square construction and yarn number limits). Smooth finish for innerwear.
Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Printcloth Base
Plain weave base fabric of 62% polyester staple and 38% cotton, unbleached, 145 g/m², prepared for printing but not yet printed. Falls under HTS 5513.13.00.90 as 'other' due to exceeding printcloth yarn specs slightly. Common for custom-printed apparel.
Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Uniform Fabric
Durable plain weave for work uniforms, 65% polyester staple, 35% cotton, unbleached, 165 g/m². Under HTS 5513.13.00.90 as lightweight poly-cotton 'other' fabric, not qualifying as broadcloth by gram weight and yarn specs. Stain-resistant base.
Bleached Poly-Cotton Scarf Voile Fabric
Lightweight voile weave blending 72% polyester staple with 28% cotton, bleached, 120 g/m², for scarves and shawls. HTS 5513.13.00.90 for other poly-cotton under 170 g/m², distinguished from printcloth by yarn numbers. Flowy and versatile.