Printed Flame-Retardant Cotton Fabric from Mexico
Printed cotton fabric treated for flame retardancy, 270 g/m², 95% cotton, for curtains and stage backdrops. HTS 5209.59.00 as printed heavyweight cotton >85%, where FR treatment doesn't alter base fabric classification. Meets NFPA standards for safety.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• FR treatments don't change HTS if cotton-dominant; declare treatment but classify as base fabric
• Provide NFPA 701 test reports voluntarily for buyer assurance, not required for entry
• Avoid declaring as 'technical textile' prematurely; stick to weight/composition facts