Tracing Cloth for Technical Drawings
Semi-transparent textile cloth coated with gum or starch, used for tracing architectural and engineering drawings. The coating allows ink adherence without bleeding. Included in HTS 5901.10.20.00 as other coated fabrics, though tracing-specific.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If explicitly for blueprint reproduction
Blueprint tracing cloth may qualify for the primary tracing subheading.
If plastic film rather than textile base
Plastic self-adhesive films for drafting go to Chapter 39.
If paper-based tracing material
Tracing paper excludes textile products per tariff structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Demonstrate transparency and ink compatibility to distinguish from book cloth
• Include technical specs showing coating prevents ink bleed through
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