Nylon Gauze Sheeting
Nylon gauze fabric with characteristic crossing doup threads forming open loops for weft passage, classified under 5803.00.90.90 as other than cotton or narrow. Commonly used in lightweight curtains and veils exceeding 30 cm width.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If plain woven without gauze structure
Plain woven polyester/nylon fabrics without doup loops classify under 5407, not specialized gauze of 5803.
If made from knotted nettings of synthetic twine
Knotted net fabrics from heading 5608 materials are excluded from 5804 and analogous gauze.
If embroidered with metal thread on gauze base
Embroidery in 5810 takes precedence over base fabric classification per chapter notes.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include technical weave diagrams in commercial invoice to prove compliance with 5803 gauze definition
• Measure and document fabric width >30 cm to prevent erroneous shift to narrow fabric duties
• Watch for customs challenges on synthetic blends; provide fiber content lab reports
Related Products under HTS 5803.00.90.90
Viscose Rayon Gauze Fabric
Semi-synthetic viscose rayon gauze with precise doup threading for looped weft paths, classified in 5803.00.90.90 other. Popular for blouses, scarves, and lightweight linings.
Metallic Yarn Gauze
Decorative gauze fabric incorporating metal thread with doup warp structure for weft loops, under 5803.00.90.90 other per chapter inclusion note. Used in apparel trims and upholstery.
Modal Gauze Fabric
Luxury modal (beech tree rayon) gauze with looped doup weave structure, HTS 5803.00.90.90 other. Breathable for high-end lingerie and baby wraps.
Polyester Gauze Fabric
A lightweight polyester gauze fabric featuring warp threads with doup ends that cross to form loops through which weft threads pass, meeting the technical definition of gauze in heading 5803. Used in apparel linings and medical garments for its breathability. Width exceeds 30 cm, distinguishing it from narrow fabrics of 5806.
Acrylic Gauze Voile
Translucent acrylic gauze voile with warp standing threads and crossing doups creating looped structure for weft, fitting 5803.00.90.90 for other textile materials. Ideal for evening wear overlays and decorative panels.
Polypropylene Gauze Mesh
Industrial polypropylene gauze mesh with doup-crossed warp forming open weft loops, under 5803.00.90.90 as other materials. Used in filtration screens and agricultural shading nets.