Polyester Synthetic Sheeting Fabric
This plain weave polyester fabric weighs 150 gsm, features square construction with 40 warp ends and picks per cm using yarn number 65, qualifying as 'sheeting' per statistical note (b)(i) for Chapter 55. It's ideal for lightweight bedding and apparel linings. Classified under HTS 5515.99.90.20 as other woven synthetic staple fiber sheeting.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If containing 85% or more polyester staple fibers
Higher polyester content shifts to specific polyester subheading 5515.92, separating from mixed synthetic blends in 5515.99.
If failing sheeting weave specs like non-square construction
Losing square construction or exceeding yarn limits disqualifies as 'sheeting', moving to general 'other' woven fabrics.
If made from synthetic filament yarns instead of staple
Filament yarn fabrics (Chapter 54) vs staple fiber distinguishes heading; staple requires conversion process.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify square construction and exact gsm/yarn specs via lab tests to confirm 'sheeting' classification and avoid reclassification to 5515.99.90.00
• Provide mill test certificates documenting fiber content (85%+ polyester staple) and weave parameters for CBP review
• Label rolls clearly with style number, width, and weight to prevent common pitfalls in statistical suffix (613) reporting
Related Products under HTS 5515.99.90.20
Acrylic Blend Sheeting for Bed Linens
A 160 gsm plain weave fabric blending acrylic and polyester staple fibers, with 38 ends/picks per cm and yarn number 62, meeting sheeting definition (b)(i). Used primarily for budget bed sheets and pillowcases. Falls under 5515.99.90.20 as other synthetic staple sheeting.
Viscose-Polyester Sheeting Fabric 613
Synthetic staple blend of viscose and polyester rayon, 145 gsm plain weave with 42 warp/filling picks per sq cm, yarn number 68—precise sheeting specs. Common for apparel interlinings and lightweight curtains. HTS 5515.99.90.20 captures this other sheeting category.
Synthetic Staple Sheeting for Apparel Lining
Plain weave sheeting fabric from mixed polyester/viscose staple fibers, 155 gsm, square weave 35 ends/picks cm with yarn #64. Designed for garment linings and interfaces. Meets Chapter 55 sheeting note (b)(i) for HTS 5515.99.90.20.
Heavyweight Synthetic Sheeting Roll Goods
210 gsm plain weave synthetic staple sheeting excluding multiple yarns, yarn number 28+, square construction. Used for upholstery and heavy drapery backings. Qualifies under sheeting note (b)(ii) for 5515.99.90.20 classification.
Napped Polyester Sheeting Fabric
Lightly napped plain weave sheeting, 165 gsm mixed polyester staple, 36 picks/cm square weave yarn #67. Napping permitted by sheeting note (b). For soft-touch bedding applications under HTS 5515.99.90.20.
Industrial Synthetic Sheeting for Curtains
170 gsm plain weave sheeting for industrial curtain production, square construction 34 picks/cm yarn #66 mixed synthetics. Excludes printcloth by combing process. Classified HTS 5515.99.90.20.