Combed Wool-Blended Polyester Suiting Fabric from Mexico
This woven fabric combines combed polyester filament yarn with over 36% wool, featuring yarns of different colors for a textured pattern. It falls under HTS 5408.33.05.20 as a mixed woven fabric of artificial filament mainly with wool, combed, used primarily for high-end suiting. The color variegation and wool dominance distinguish it from uniform fabrics.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
29.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify wool content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% for this classification; declare color mix accurately to avoid reclassification
• Provide weave certificates showing combed artificial filaments and no tow usage