Polyester Filament-Mixed Printcloth for Apparel

A lightweight printcloth fabric of polyester staple fibers blended mainly with polyester filaments, plain weave, square construction, over 33 singles yarns/cm², average yarn 50-60, under 170 g/m². Meets HTS 5515.12.00.30 printcloth definition for dress and blouse production.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If predominantly man-made filaments with minimal staple

Filament-dominant fabrics shift to Chapter 54 woven synthetics.

5515.13Lower: 22% vs 47%

If mixed mainly with wool or fine animal hair

Wool-blend polyester staple filament fabrics under 5515.13.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 47%

If coated or laminated for textile use

Surface treatments move to Chapter 59 imitation leathers.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label fiber content accurately (e.g

60% polyester staple, 40% filament); FTC compliance avoids penalties

Test for no cabled yarns and exact ends/picks per cm²; importers often miss square construction proof

For apparel end-use, pair with HTS 62 notes; bulk rolls need weight declarations under 170 g/m²

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Industrial Polyester Printcloth for Linings

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