Printed Voile Cheesecloth Blend
Printed voile-style cheesecloth with low thread count (≤33 per cm²), under 170 g/m², featuring less than 85% artificial staple fibers mixed primarily with cotton, fitting HTS 5516.44.0040. This sheer, lightweight fabric is ideal for curtains, mosquito netting, or apparel overlays. Its printed pattern and specific statistical weave definition control classification.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If 85% or more cotton content
Predominantly cotton woven fabrics (≥85% cotton) classify under Chapter 52 plain weave headings, not mixed artificial staple.
If unbleached or bleached rather than printed
Non-printed (bleached/dyed) versions stay within 5516 but under 5516.42, with printing specifically directing to .44 subheading.
If coated for specific end-use like filter media
Plastics-coated textile fabrics for technical uses shift to Chapter 39 plastics headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm low thread count documentation for cheesecloth/voile status; test for napping if applicable per notes; avoid bulk packaging declarations that might trigger set classifications
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Printed Cotton-Mixed Cheesecloth Fabric
This is a plain weave printed cheesecloth fabric weighing less than 170 g/m² with not more than 33 warp ends and filling picks per square centimeter, containing under 85% artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton. It matches the statistical definition of cheesecloth in Chapter 55 and is classified under 5516.44.0040 due to its printed finish and specific yarn construction. Commonly used for filtration, crafts, or lightweight packaging.
Printed Lawn Fabric with Cotton Blend
A fine, lightweight printed lawn fabric under 170 g/m², mixed mainly with cotton and less than 85% artificial staple fibers, classified under 5516.44.0040 for its voile/lawn characteristics and printed surface. Lawn features a crisp, sheer texture suitable for dress linings or blouses. The cotton-artificial mix and printing determine its precise HTS placement.
Printed Batiste Cotton-Artificial Fabric
Fine printed batiste weave fabric, lightweight under 170 g/m², with artificial staple fibers under 85% mixed mainly with cotton, under HTS 5516.44.0040 for batiste category. Batiste offers a soft, semi-sheer finish for lingerie, blouses, or embroidery base. Classification hinges on print, fiber mix, and fine weave specs.
Printed Medical Cheesecloth Gauze
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Printed Voile Curtain Sheer Fabric
Printed sheer voile fabric for curtains, <170 g/m², ≤33 threads/cm² in some areas qualifying as cheesecloth/voile, <85% artificial staple with cotton, HTS 5516.44.0040. Provides light filtration with decorative prints. Weave and fiber specs match chapter notes.