Unbleached Cotton Flannel Backing Fabric from Mexico
Unbleached cotton fabric with flannel-like backing, ≥85% cotton, 190 g/m², #41 yarn, under HTS 5208.19.40.90 as other unbleached ≤42. Used for interlinings and padding. Napped finish on one side but unbleached overall.
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
• Confirm napping doesn't constitute 'bleaching' via chemical analysis
• Provide weave diagrams showing compliance with 'other fabrics'
• Track aggregate entries against cotton waste quotas indirectly