Jacquard Poly-Cotton Blouse Fabric from Mexico
This lightweight jacquard woven fabric contains 70% cotton mixed with 30% polyester, weighs 170 g/m², and features intricate multicolored patterns created by yarns of different colors with an average yarn number above 69. It falls under HTS 5210.49.80.20 due to its cotton content under 85%, man-made fiber mix, weight limit, and jacquard weave structure as specified for subheading 220.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
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Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton and MMF dominance, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification
• Provide weave analysis documentation proving jacquard construction and yarn number ≥69 using HTS formulas for average yarn count
• Avoid common pitfalls like incorrect weight declaration; measure g/m² after removing sizing per Chapter 52 notes