Dyed Polyester Printcloth from Japan
Plain weave dyed polyester staple fiber fabric under 170 g/m², yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², square construction, not combed, per statistical note (c)(i). Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings. Fits 5516.92.00 as other dyed woven artificial staple fiber fabric.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide yarn count and construction specs to confirm printcloth exclusion from sheeting; ensure no multiple yarns present
• Pitfall: Over-width fabrics (>168 cm) may not qualify under note (c)(ii)