Bleached Nainsook Undergarment Fabric from Mexico
Soft bleached nainsook cotton fabric (120 g/m², 90% cotton, yarn #35) is covered by HTS 5208.29.40.90 for fine bleached cotton weaves of number 42 or lower. Perfect for lingerie, babies' clothing bases, and blouses.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Maintain chain-of-custody docs from mill bleaching to prevent origin laundering claims
• Test for shrinkage post-bleach; excessive may indicate poor processing affecting value
• Declare as 'other fabrics' explicitly to avoid auto-assignment to gauze subheadings