Dyed Acetate Batiste Fabric from Mexico
Fine, lightweight dyed batiste fabric from acetate filament yarn, plain weave for delicate blouses. HTS 5408.32.90 as other dyed artificial filament fabrics, under 170g/m2 without printcloth specs. Known for crisp hand.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Confirm singles yarns only; multiples exclude from printcloth note (e)
• Measure ends/picks per cm2; >33 with avg yarn 43-68 risks printcloth if square
• Document commercial invoice with g/m2 to verify against note thresholds