Synthetic-Cashmere Mixed Tweed Fabric from Mexico
Woven polyester filaments with 36% cashmere fine hair, multicolored yarns creating classic tweed texture for jackets. HTS 5407.93.05 applies to such synthetic-based wovens containing ≥36% fine animal hair. Luxurious yet cost-effective.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Authenticate cashmere via fiber diameter tests (<19 microns)
• Note CITES if using certain animal hairs
• Pitfall: Overlooking statistical note on weave combinations