Combed Polyester-Alpaca Blend Printcloth Alternative
Combed polyester staple fabric mixed mainly with alpaca hair, plain weave approximating printcloth specs but classified as other. Under HTS 5515.13.10.20 for combed mixed synthetic staple with fine animal hair. Suitable for lightweight blouses.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If predominantly alpaca weight
If fine animal hair like alpaca exceeds polyester staple, Chapter 51 applies.
If mixed solely with viscose rayon
Man-made staple blends other than wool use adjacent 5514 headings.
If coated for technical use
Textile fabrics coated with plastics shift to Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Measure ends/picks precisely; over 33 with 43-68 yarn number risks printcloth reclass
• Alpaca hair needs veterinary certs if questioned as 'fine animal hair'
• Bulk packaging vs retail rolls affects GRI 5 set rules
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