Flax-Cotton Spandex Poplin Stretch Fabric from Mexico
Stretch poplin with 50% flax, 30% cotton, 15% polyester, 5% spandex, 185 g/m² for fitted garments. Plain weave qualifies as broadcloth under note (b) despite minor elastomeric content. 5309.29.30.05 for man-made inclusion and cotton restraints.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Disclose all fibers including spandex <5% to avoid undervaluation claims; confirm weave density
• Pitfall: stretch may prompt Chapter 60 knit classification review