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Polyester Staple Fiber Batiste Fabric

Lightweight sheer plain weave polyester staple fabric, <170 g/m², low density excluding printcloth. For evening wear overlays. 5515.19.00.90.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+37.5%49.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%—12%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5515Same rate: 49.5%

If jacquard batiste

Jacquard sheer polyester staples in 5515.14.

5407.81.00Higher: 52.4% vs 49.5%

If filament yarn version

Filament sheers classified Chapter 54.

5804Lower: 25.7% vs 49.5%

If lace construction

Lace-type fabrics move to Chapter 58.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm ≤33 ends/picks per cm² to exclude cheesecloth misclassification

• Provide lab tests for yarn number 68+ if borderline sheeting

• Use specialized packaging for delicate sheer fabrics

Related Products under HTS 5515.19.00.90

Polyester Staple Fiber Poplin Fabric

This is a plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric not of square construction, weighing over 170 g/m² with average yarn number above 26, qualifying as poplin or broadcloth per chapter notes. It is used for lightweight apparel linings and blouses. Classified under 5515.19.00.90 as other woven fabrics of polyester staple fibers, excluding specific types like sheeting.

Polyester Staple Fiber Sateen Fabric

A satin weave fabric made from polyester staple fibers, not fitting poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, printcloth, or cheesecloth definitions. Commonly used for dresses and upholstery due to its sheen. Falls under 5515.19.00.90 as other woven polyester staple fiber fabrics.

Polyester Staple Fiber Twill Fabric

Woven twill fabric from polyester staple fibers, weighing 200 g/m², not matching excluded types like cheesecloth. Ideal for workwear pants and jackets. Classified in 5515.19.00.90 for other polyester staple woven fabrics.

Polyester Staple Fiber Oxford Fabric

Basket weave oxford fabric of polyester staple fibers, average yarn number 40, not square construction per notes. Used for shirts and linings. Under 5515.19.00.90 as other.

Polyester Staple Fiber Ripstop Fabric

Reinforced plain weave ripstop fabric from polyester staple fibers, used in outdoor gear. Does not meet sheeting or poplin specs in notes. HTS 5515.19.00.90 for other woven types.

Polyester Staple Fiber Chino Fabric

Tight twill weave chino-style fabric of polyester staple fibers, 180 g/m², excluded from broadcloth by weight. For casual trousers. 5515.19.00.90 other category.