Cotton Sergeant Stripe Fabric from Mexico
Heavy cotton serge fabric >85% cotton, >200 g/m², with alternating different colored yarns creating military-style stripes for uniforms. Other fabrics as non-denim twill.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Detail stripe construction (warp/weft color differences) on invoices
• Certify no government contract specifications affecting classification
• Monitor for shrinkage testing requirements in heavy fabrics