Screen Printing Polyester Printcloth
Optimized polyester staple printcloth (615), 155 gsm, 44x44 singles/cm, yarn #52 average, plain weave square, 165 cm width max. Engineered for ink absorption in multi-color screen printing. Precisely matches HTS statistical note (c)(ii) for 5515.19.0025.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If 100% filament polyester
Filament yarn woven fabrics go to Chapter 54; staple fiber is definitive for Chapter 55.
If combed and over 168 cm wide
Combed printcloth >168 cm width uses 5515.19.0015 per note (c)(i) exceptions.
If predominantly cotton blend
If cotton >85%, classifies as cotton printcloth in Chapter 52; blend rules apply.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Supply digital weave photos/thread board samples to CBP; declare fiber % accurately (no filament mix); common pitfall: confusing with lighter cheesecloth weaves
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