5512.29.00.25 - Printcloth (615)

This HTS category, 5512.29.00.25, specifically classifies "Printcloth" manufactured from synthetic staple fibers. Printcloth, in this context, refers to a plain-woven fabric characterized by its suitability for printing with various designs. The defining characteristic for inclusion in this sub-category is that the fabric must contain 85 percent or more by weight of synthetic staple fibers, and within that, it must consist of 85 percent or more by weight of acrylic or modacrylic staple fibers.

Distinguishing Printcloth from its sibling categories is crucial for accurate classification. For instance, while Poplin or Broadcloth (5512.29.00.15) are also plain weaves, they often have a finer thread count or specific weave constructions that differ from standard printcloth. Sheeting (5512.29.00.20) typically refers to fabrics used for bedding, often distinguished by their weight and durability. Duck (5512.29.00.35) signifies a heavier, more robust plain-weave fabric, while Satin weave or Twill weave (5512.29.00.40) classifications are determined by distinct weave patterns that create characteristic luster or diagonal ridges, unlike the straightforward construction of printcloth.

As this node represents a leaf node within the HTS structure, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the classification of a fabric as "Printcloth" under 5512.29.00.25 relies entirely on meeting the specified fiber content (85% or more synthetic staple fibers, of which 85% or more are acrylic or modacrylic) and conforming to the general characteristics and intended use of a plain-woven fabric suitable for printing. Importers and exporters should ensure that the fabric's physical properties and stated composition align with the definition of printcloth to avoid misclassification.