Discharge Printed Cotton Shirting Printcloth from Mexico
Fine cotton shirting fabric weighing 140 g/m², yarn number 48, discharge printed with geometric patterns for dress shirts using color removal technique. HTS 5208.52.40.55 applies to this plain weave printcloth of 87% cotton, over 100 g/m², within yarn numbers 43-68, specifically discharge printed. Adheres to chapter definitions for printed woven cotton fabrics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
21.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Include detailed weave analysis confirming plain weave (no twill or satin per U.S. notes) in entry docs
• Test for excessive sizing removal before weight/yarn calculations to ensure accurate classification
• Watch for blending pitfalls; even small synthetic fibers drop it below 85% cotton threshold