Napped Bleached Cotton Twill for Workwear from Mexico
A robust 3-thread twill cotton fabric, bleached and napped, with 90% cotton content and 230 g/m² weight, ideal for manufacturing jackets and pants. The napping process creates a brushed surface enhancing insulation, fitting HTS 5209.22.00.40 criteria for bleached, heavy napped twill. Its cross twill structure provides strength for industrial apparel.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.7%
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
• Document the twill weave type (3/4-thread) and napping direction with photos or samples for CBP review
• Ensure no dyeing post-bleaching to maintain bleached status; common pitfall leading to 5209.42 classification
• Obtain cotton origin certificates to navigate quantitative limits in US notes for Chapter 52