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Polyester-Viscose Sheeting Fabric

A square construction plain weave fabric weighing under 170 g/m² with over 33 ends/picks per cm² and yarn number 68 or lower, composed mainly of polyester staple fibers blended with viscose rayon. Classified under HTS 5515.11.00 for its synthetic staple fiber composition and weave type per Chapter 55 note (b). Ideal for bed linens and apparel linings.

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.

5514.11.00Same rate: 49.9%

If based on polyester filament rather than staple

Filament yarn sheeting moves to Chapter 54, heading 5514, excluding staple fiber weaves.

5515.21.00Lower: 35% vs 49.9%

If mixed mainly with cotton fibers

Cotton as the main secondary fiber reclassifies to 5515.21.00 per Chapter 55 hierarchy.

5208.32.40Lower: 44.7% vs 49.9%

If predominantly cotton with minor polyester-viscose

If cotton exceeds 50%+, it shifts to Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document square construction metrics (ends/picks per cm²) precisely to meet sheeting definition in statistical note (b)

Include grammage certificates showing ≤170 g/m² to distinguish from heavier fabrics

Avoid napping if intending printcloth classification, as it alters eligibility under notes

Related Products under HTS 5515.11.00

Polyester-Viscose Rayon Poplin Fabric

This plain weave fabric is made primarily from polyester staple fibers mixed with viscose rayon staple fibers, qualifying as poplin due to its non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26. It falls under HTS 5515.11.00 as a woven fabric of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with viscose rayon. Commonly used for shirts and blouses.

Polyester-Viscose Printcloth Fabric

Plain weave printcloth under 170 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², square construction, made mainly from polyester staple with viscose rayon. Fits HTS 5515.11.00 as specified in Chapter 55 note (c) for printcloth types. Used for lightweight apparel and crafts.

Polyester-Viscose Cheesecloth Fabric

Lightweight plain weave fabric ≤170 g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm², primarily polyester staple mixed solely with viscose rayon staple fibers. Meets HTS 5515.11.00 and Chapter 55 note (d) for cheesecloth. Applied in filtration, crafts, and medical uses.

Polyester-Viscose Broadcloth Shirt Fabric

Broadcloth defined as plain weave non-square fabric, napped, over 170 g/m² with yarn >26, mainly polyester staple with viscose rayon. Under HTS 5515.11.00 per Chapter 55 note (a). Standard for formal shirts.

Polyester-Viscose Lining Fabric

Woven fabric of polyester staple mainly mixed with viscose rayon, used for garment linings, plain weave not fitting specific note types but under general 5515.11.00. Smooth drape and breathability from viscose blend.

Polyester-Viscose Drapery Fabric

Heavyweight woven polyester staple with viscose rayon for drapes, plain weave >170 g/m², classified HTS 5515.11.00. Durable with rayon sheen.