5513.49.90.30 - Printcloth (615)

This HTS code, 5513.49.90.30, classifies "Printcloth," specifically within the broader category of woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers. These fabrics are characterized by containing less than 85 percent by weight of synthetic staple fibers, with the remainder being primarily cotton. They are further defined by their weight, not exceeding 170 grams per square meter, and by being printed. The designation "Printcloth" in this context refers to a versatile woven fabric, often characterized by its plain weave and suitability for printing various patterns, making it a common base material for apparel and home furnishings.

Distinguishing this classification from its siblings is crucial for accurate import and export declarations. For instance, while 5513.49.90.10 covers poplin or broadcloth, and 5513.49.90.20 covers sheeting, this category for printcloth focuses on a fabric typically lighter and with a finer weave than poplin or broadcloth, and less dense than sheeting. Similarly, it differs from satin weave or twill weave fabrics (5513.49.90.50) due to its characteristic plain weave. Oxford cloth (5513.49.90.60) is also distinct due to its basket weave structure. This specific classification captures a broad range of printed fabrics that do not fall into the more precisely defined weave types or fabric constructions offered by its sister codes.

As a leaf node in the HTS database, 5513.49.90.30 does not have further subcategories. Therefore, the focus remains on the precise definition of printcloth within the established parameters: synthetic staple fibers mixed with cotton, under 170 g/m², and printed. Classification under this code hinges on the material composition, weight, weave type (implied as plain unless specified otherwise by a sibling), and the presence of printing. Importers and exporters must ensure that the merchandise fully meets all these criteria to avoid misclassification.