Cotton Mull Fabric for Bookbinding from Mexico
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.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify end-use in entry docs if industrial to avoid retail garment scrutiny
• Test for exact cotton percentage; blends near 85% often audited