No. 40 Plain Weave Cotton Sheeting Fabric from Mexico
This unbleached cotton sheeting fabric features a plain weave with an average yarn number of 40, weighing approximately 95 g/m², and contains over 85% cotton by weight. It meets HTS 5208.11.20.40 criteria as sheeting (313) due to its low yarn count (42 or lower), lightweight construction under 100 g/m², and unbleached state. Commonly used for budget bedding and apparel linings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing; ensure weight ≤100 g/m² post-scouring
• Obtain certificate if claiming hand-loomed status for potential duty relief
• Watch cotton import quotas by staple length and origin