Unbleached Sheeting Blend Fabric
A square construction plain weave sheeting fabric weighing under 170 g/m² with >33 ends/picks per cm² and yarn number ≤68, mixed <85% artificial staple with filaments. Fits statistical note (b)(i) but classified as 'other' here due to blend specifics. Used for lightweight bed linens.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If mixed mainly with cotton staple fibers
Cotton-staple dominant blends fall under 5512, not artificial staple mixes.
If dyed or printed
Coloration processes move it from unbleached/bleached to 5516.22 subheading.
If cotton content exceeds filament and staple thresholds
High cotton blends shift to Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document square construction and density (>33/cm²) with technical specs to distinguish from printcloth exclusions
• Label as unbleached; any dyeing shifts to 5516.41—test for residual bleach levels
Related Products under HTS 5516.21.00.90
Unbleached Acetate Filament Blend
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Unbleached Industrial Filter Blend
Unbleached low-density blend for industrial straining, <85% staple with filaments.
Bleached Home Textile Blend
Bleached fabric for curtains, staple-filament mix.
Unbleached Apparel Interlining
Unbleached fusible interlining blend for shirts.
Bleached Workwear Fabric
Bleached durable blend for uniforms.
Unbleached Upholstery Base
Base fabric for furniture, blend specs.