Dyed Cotton-Polyester Voile Fabric

A lightweight, sheer voile fabric dyed, with less than 85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, featuring a plain weave suitable for voiles as per HTS 5516.42.0040. Its fine, transparent structure distinguishes it from denser weaves like cheesecloth. Ideal for curtains, blouses, and scarves.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

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

5211.11.00Lower: 42.7% vs 47%

If 85%+ cotton content

High cotton dominance classifies under Chapter 52 woven fabrics, not artificial staple blends.

5515.13Lower: 22% vs 47%

If predominantly artificial staple fibers (≥85%)

Fiber composition threshold moves pure dyed voiles to unblended artificial staple heading.

5516.32Lower: 22% vs 47%

If printed instead of dyed

Printing vs solid dyeing changes subheading within Chapter 55.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document yarn count and weave to match voile definition, distinguishing from denser printcloth or sheeting

Ensure dyeing process is uniform; provide colorfastness certificates to avoid quality disputes at customs

Label fiber content accurately; blends over 85% manmade shift headings

Related Products under HTS 5516.42.00.40

Dyed Cotton-Manmade Cheesecloth Fabric

This plain weave cheesecloth weighs under 170 g/m² with no more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per cm², mixed mainly with cotton and less than 85% artificial staple fibers, and dyed. It fits HTS 5516.42.0040 due to its cheesecloth construction and fiber blend as defined in chapter notes. Commonly used for straining, filtering, and culinary applications.

Dyed Cotton-Acrylic Lawn Fabric

Crisp, lightweight lawn fabric dyed with less than 85% acrylic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, plain weave fitting HTS 5516.42.0040 for lawns. Used in summer dresses and linings due to its durability and breathability. Excludes square construction sheeting per notes.

Medical Grade Dyed Cheesecloth Roll

Sterilizable, dyed cheesecloth with cotton-manmade blend (<85% artificial staple), low density weave ≤33 picks/cm² per note (d), under HTS 5516.42.0040. Used in surgical dressings and filtration. Bulk rolls for medical supply chains.

Sheer Dyed Cotton-Viscose Voile

Ultra-sheer, dyed voile with mainly cotton and <85% viscose staple, plain weave as defined in HTS 5516.42.0040. Perfect for evening wear overlays and mosquito netting. Lightweight under 170 g/m².

Fine Dyed Cotton-Modal Batiste

Luxurious, fine batiste dyed fabric blending cotton with <85% modal staple fibers, under HTS 5516.42.0040. Soft drape for heirloom dresses and undergarments. Exceeds printcloth specs per notes.

Breathable Dyed Cotton-Lyocell Lawn

Eco-friendly lawn fabric dyed, mainly cotton with <85% lyocell staple, plain weave HTS 5516.42.0040. Breathable for shirting and linens, fine handfeel.