Dyed Polyester Printcloth Alternative
A dyed plain weave polyester staple fiber fabric resembling printcloth specs (under 170 g/m², 43-68 yarn number, over 33 singles per cm², square) but excluded by statistical note (c) due to dyeing or width, thus 'other' under HTS 5516.92.00.90. Used for lightweight blouses and scarves.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If unbleached or bleached, under 170 g/m²
Lighter unbleached versions fall under 5516.12, differentiated by weight and processing.
If containing 85% or more cotton instead of artificial fibers
Pure cotton plain weave shifts to Chapter 52 cotton fabrics.
If knitted rather than woven
Knitted structures classify under Chapter 60, not woven in 55.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Document why it doesn't meet exact printcloth note (c) criteria, like width over 168 cm, to justify 'other' classification
• Label with 'dry clean only' if applicable to match end-use declarations
Related Products under HTS 5516.92.00.90
Dyed Polyester Poplin Fabric
A plain weave dyed fabric made from artificial staple fibers like polyester, classified as poplin due to its non-square construction and weight over 170 g/m² with yarn number above 26. It falls under HTS 5516.92.00.90 as a dyed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers, not specifically sheeting or printcloth. Commonly used for apparel linings and light outerwear.
Dyed Lyocell Staple Satin Fabric
Smooth dyed satin weave lyocell staple fiber fabric, outside plain weave definitions in chapter notes, thus other under HTS 5516.92.00.90 for dyed artificial staple woven fabrics. Used in dresses and linings for sheen.
Dyed Polyester/Cupro Blend Poplin
Dyed plain weave poplin from polyester and cupro (artificial staple) blend, fitting poplin note (a) specs, classified as other dyed in HTS 5516.92.00.90. Suited for shirting and blouses.
Dyed Polyester Lightweight Broadcloth
Fine dyed poplin/broadcloth-style polyester staple fabric under 170 g/m², non-square, excluded from low-density note (a)(i), thus HTS 5516.92.00.90 other dyed. For veils and interfacings.
Dyed Cupro Crepe Fabric
Textured crepe weave dyed cupro staple fabric, not plain thus other in HTS 5516.92.00.90. For evening wear.
Dyed Polyester Voile Fabric
Sheer plain weave dyed polyester staple voile, low density >note (d), HTS 5516.92.00.90 other. Curtains/drapes.