Cotton Mull Fabric for Bookbinding

Dyed, lightweight cotton mull (gauze-like) fabric at 85%+ cotton, 130 g/m², yarn #72, used in bookbinding. HTS 5208.39.80.90 applies to this plain weave, high-count, dyed cotton textile.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12.5%+35.0%47.5%
🇲🇽Mexico12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇨🇦Canada12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇩🇪Germany12.5%+10.0%22.5%
🇯🇵Japan12.5%+10.0%22.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5208.12Lower: 20.5% vs 47.5%

If unbleached cheesecloth weave

Cheesecloth specifically provided for in 5208.12 regardless of color if matching description.

5208.59.80.90Lower: 46.4% vs 47.5%

If printed instead of dyed

Printed fabrics shift to 5208.5x subheadings.

5903.90.30Lower: 37.7% vs 47.5%

If coated or laminated post-weaving

Textile fabrics impregnated/coated go to Chapter 59.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify end-use in entry docs if industrial to avoid retail garment scrutiny

Test for exact cotton percentage; blends near 85% often audited

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