Printed Polyester Voile Fabric

A lightweight, sheer printed voile fabric woven from artificial staple polyester fibers, characterized by its delicate open weave. Classified under HTS 5516.94.0040 as printed voiles within artificial staple fiber woven fabrics. Ideal for curtains, scarves, and evening wear.

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.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 47%

If made from synthetic filament yarns

Voile from continuous filament polyester shifts to Chapter 54 filament fabric headings.

5515.99Lower: 18.5% vs 47%

If not printed

Unprinted polyester voile classified under other unprinted artificial staple woven fabrics.

6004.90Lower: 17% vs 47%

If knitted rather than woven

Knitted voiles fall under Chapter 60 for knitted or crocheted fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document weave transparency and lightness to distinguish voile from denser fabrics during customs review

Include yarn number specs showing fine count typical for voiles to avoid reclassification

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