Synthetic Batiste Dress Lining
Fine, lightweight batiste fabric from polyester staple fibers, plain woven for use as dress linings and blouses, under 170 g/m². Classified in HTS 5515.99.90.30 as 'batistes' among other synthetic staple fiber wovens matching the lightweight category (226). Its crisp, smooth finish suits delicate apparel.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If cotton staple fiber dominant
Cotton batistes classify in Chapter 52, heading 5208 for plain weave cotton fabrics.
If mixed with >30% wool or fine animal hair
Blends with animal hair shift to 5513, separate from other synthetic staple wovens.
If cut and sewn into finished garment accessories
Made-up textile articles like linings classify in Chapter 62, not greige fabrics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document average yarn number to distinguish batiste from printcloth or sheeting per statistical notes
• Ensure width measurements if under 168 cm to avoid printcloth misclassification
• Use GSP or trade agreements for duty-free entry if originating from eligible countries
Related Products under HTS 5515.99.90.30
Cotton Blend Cheesecloth
A lightweight plain weave cheesecloth made from synthetic staple fibers blended with minimal cotton, weighing under 170 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and picks per cm². It matches the statistical definition of cheesecloth in HTS 5515.99.90.30 for synthetic staple fiber fabrics used in straining or filtering. Primarily imported for food preparation, crafts, and medical applications.
Polyester Voile Sheer Fabric
Ultra-lightweight polyester staple fiber voile, a sheer plain weave fabric under 170 g/m² suitable for curtains and apparel linings. Falls under HTS 5515.99.90.30 as 'voiles' per the category for other synthetic staple woven fabrics. Its fine, transparent weave distinguishes it from denser constructions.
Polyester Lawn Fabric for Blouses
Crisp, fine plain weave polyester staple fiber lawn fabric, lightweight under 170 g/m², ideal for summer blouses and dresses. HTS 5515.99.90.30 covers 'lawns' in the cheesecloth/voiles/batistes group for synthetic staple wovens. Not square construction, distinguishing from sheeting.
Medical Grade Cheesecloth Gauze
Sterilizable synthetic staple fiber cheesecloth used as gauze in medical dressings, plain weave <170 g/m² with ≤33 ends/picks per cm². Fits HTS 5515.99.90.30 cheesecloth category despite end-use, as classification follows fiber/weave specs. Imported in rolls for hospitals and first aid.
Acrylic Voile Curtain Panel Fabric
Sheer acrylic staple fiber voile for curtain panels, plain woven lightweight fabric under 170 g/m². HTS 5515.99.90.30 includes voiles in synthetic staple wovens category (226). Its transparency and drape make it popular for window treatments.
Viscose Staple Batiste for Scarves
Delicate viscose (rayon) staple fiber batiste, fine plain weave for lightweight scarves and veils, <170 g/m². Under HTS 5515.99.90.30 as batistes of synthetic staple fibers. Rayon staple counts as synthetic per tariff definitions.