Dyed Polyester-Cotton Napped Sheeting Fabric

This is a plain weave woven fabric made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², dyed, and napped on both sides, classified as sheeting under statistical note (b)(ii). It meets HTS 5514.21.00.50 due to its polyester-cotton composition (<85% polyester), weight, weave, dyeing, and napping. Commonly used for heavy-duty apparel or upholstery.

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.

5211.42.00Lower: 43.1% vs 49.9%

If cotton content exceeds 85% by weight

Higher cotton proportion shifts to Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics, dyed, plain weave over 200g/m².

5514.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If not napped

Plain weave sheeting without napping falls under the non-napped subheading 5514.21.0010.

5515.12.00Lower: 47% vs 49.9%

If mixed with man-made filament yarns instead of solely staple

Inclusion of filament yarns changes classification to other mixed synthetic woven fabrics in 5515.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% polyester and mainly cotton mix, as required for heading 5514

Provide mill test certificates showing weight >170 g/m², plain weave sheeting specs, dyeing, and napping to avoid misclassification