Industrial Napped Cotton Workwear Lining from Mexico
Bleached, plain weave heavy cotton sheeting (85%+ cotton, >200 g/m²) napped for warmth as workwear lining. HTS 5209.21.00.50 due to napped sheeting specs, not end-use which doesn't affect fabric classification. Used in jackets and pants for laborers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify industrial end-use in invoices but classify by fabric properties—end-use doesn't override HTS
• Ensure no excessive sizing; boil per U.S. note for accurate weight/yarn number declaration