Polyester Sheeting 613 Grey Goods

Grey (unbleached) polyester staple fiber sheeting fabric type 613, plain woven with >33 singles yarns per sq cm, square construction, and under 170 gsm per statistical note (b)(i). Primarily exported as greige goods for further processing into linens. HTS 5516.91.0020 covers this unprocessed sheeting state.

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.

5516.93.00Lower: 43.5% vs 47%

If partially scoured but not fully bleached

Scoured fabrics may qualify as 'bleached' if whiteness exceeds natural greige levels.

4805.40.00.00Lower: 35% vs 47%

If backed with paper for wallpaper

Paper-covered textile fabrics classify as paper products in Chapter 48.

5514Lower: 18.5% vs 47%

If for bulk industrial packaging rolls

Woven fabrics of artificial staples for technical uses may go to 5514.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Use 'greige' or 'unbleached' terminology consistently on docs to match HTS unbleached provision

Provide construction blueprints showing warp/fill counts for CBP verification

Watch for contamination; any dyeing in transit can trigger reclassification and penalties

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Bleached Polyester Sheeting Fabric 613

This is a plain weave woven fabric made from artificial staple fibers, specifically polyester, weighing approximately 150 gsm with square construction and over 33 warp ends and picks per cm, classified as sheeting under statistical note (b)(i). It is bleached for a clean white finish, suitable for bed linens and apparel linings. The HTS 5516.91.0020 applies due to its unbleached/bleached status and precise sheeting specifications.

Lyocell Staple Sheeting 613 Bleached

Bleached lyocell (Tencel) staple fiber woven sheeting fabric 613, square plain weave construction over 33 threads/cm², average yarn 62, 145 gsm. Premium sustainable fabric for shirts and sheets. Matches HTS 5516.91.0020 bleached sheeting criteria exactly.

Unbleached Viscose Sheeting 613 for Bedding

Unbleached plain weave sheeting fabric from viscose staple fibers, meeting 613 specs with 68 average yarn number, square weave, and >33 threads per sq cm under 170 gsm. Used primarily for mattress ticking and economical bed sheets. Falls under HTS 5516.91.0020 as unbleached sheeting of artificial staple fibers per statistical note (b)(i).

Bleached Acrylic Blend Sheeting Fabric 613

Bleached sheeting fabric (613) woven from 100% acrylic staple fibers, plain weave with precise square construction, average yarn number 65, and weight 140 gsm. Designed for lightweight apparel interlinings and home textiles. Classified in 5516.91.0020 for its bleached state and adherence to sheeting statistical note (b)(i).

Viscose Rayon Bleached Sheeting for Apparel

Bleached viscose rayon staple fiber sheeting (613), plain weave fabric of square construction with 40s yarn average, 152 gsm, and dense threading meeting statistical definitions. Ideal for dresses and blouses linings. Precisely fits HTS 5516.91.0020 as bleached sheeting.

Modal Sheeting Fabric 613 Unbleached

Unbleached modal (high-wet-modulus rayon) staple fiber sheeting 613, plain weave with square specs, 68 yarn number, lightweight at 160 gsm. Used in eco-friendly bedding and upholstery bases. HTS 5516.91.0020 for unbleached artificial staple sheeting per chapter notes.