Printed Polyester Sheeting Fabric 68/68 from Japan
This is a plain weave printed sheeting fabric made from polyester staple fibers, weighing 150 gsm, with square construction featuring 40 warp ends and 40 filling picks per cm using average yarn number 68. It meets the statistical definition of sheeting under HTS 5516.94.00.20 as a printed woven fabric of artificial staple fibers not exceeding 170 gsm with over 33 threads per cm. Commonly used for apparel linings and lightweight bedding.
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
• Verify square construction and thread count exceed 33 per cm with lab testing to confirm sheeting classification and avoid reclassification as printcloth
• Provide detailed yarn number specs and weight certificates; ensure printing covers at least 85% surface for 'printed' status