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SITCSection 6
U.S. imports of printed cotton woven fabrics, ≥85% cotton, ≤200 g/m² (SITC 65234) totaled $24.6M in April 2026, traded with 40 countries.
Importers of Printed Cotton Woven Fabrics, ≥85% Cotton, ≤200 g/m² paid $4.1M in duties in April 2026 — an effective duty rate of 17% on $24.6M in dutiable value, based on actual customs collections rather than the published tariff schedule. Printed Cotton Woven Fabrics, ≥85% Cotton, ≤200 g/m² imports of $24.6M in April 2026 ran 22% above the year-to-date monthly average of $20.1M.
Last updated: April 2026 dataSurface-printed woven cotton fabrics at or above 85% cotton by weight and not exceeding 200 g/m² serve the apparel, quilting, and home-décor sectors, where design variety and rapid pattern turnover drive sourcing decisions. Classification under SITC 65234 hinges on the printing being the final and defining finishing step — fabrics that are also dyed before printing are still classified as printed. The lightweight specification (≤200 g/m²) makes these fabrics particularly suited to warm-weather garments and lightweight drapery, and importers should be aware that country-of-origin rules for printed fabrics can be complex when printing occurs in a different country than weaving.
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For textile products, US customs generally applies a 'substantial transformation' test. Printing alone is typically not considered a substantial transformation, meaning the country where the fabric was woven is usually deemed the country of origin. However, the specific facts of each case matter, and importers should consult a licensed customs broker or trade attorney to confirm origin before entry.
A fabric that has been piece-dyed and then printed is classified as printed, because printing is considered the more specific and final finishing operation. The classification hierarchy places printed fabrics in their own subheading regardless of prior dyeing, so the presence of a printed pattern is the controlling factor.
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| Country | Imports | Exports | Balance |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAKISTAN | $10.9M | -- | -$10.9M |
| KOREA, SOUTH | $8.5M | $24K | -$8.4M |
| JAPAN | $1.0M | -- | -$1.0M |
| INDIA | $890K | -- | -$890K |
| CANADA | $505 | $858K | +$857K |
Monthly import values over time