Combed Viscose-Wool Plaid Upholstery Fabric from Mexico
Woven plaid fabric from combed viscose filament (artificial) yarns blended with 38% wool, using differently colored yarns for the pattern. HTS 5408.33.05.20 applies due to wool proportion and combed artificial base, suitable for luxury upholstery. Meets chapter notes for woven, non-tow artificial filaments.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
29.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber burn tests for viscose/wool ratio; declare as 'combed' with mill certificates
• Common pitfall: misstating weave density leading to poplin/broadcloth misclass