Discharge Printed Modal Staple Sheeting

Modal staple fiber sheeting fabric, 90% modal, plain weave square construction >170g/m², average yarn #30, discharge printed botanicals. HTS 5516.14.0085 due to artificial staple dominance, discharge print, sheeting per note (b)(ii). For mid-weight drapes and garment linings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+35.0%45%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

5516.21.00Higher: 49.9% vs 45%

If unbleached or bleached, not printed

Printing status separates 5516.1 (printed) from 5516.2 (unprinted); process stage changes subheading.

5516.14.00.30Same rate: 45%

If suitable for specific statistical breakout like sateen

Other printed has internal stats for weaves like sateen; plain weave sheeting stays separate.

5408.32Lower: 25% vs 45%

If from continuous filament modal

Filament yarn fabrics are Chapter 54; staple form required for 55.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify no multiple/cabled yarns in warp/filling for sheeting note (b)(ii)(A); provide weight and yarn proofs; bulk imports risk scrutiny as unfinished goods

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