Antibacterial Polyester Staple Fiber from Mexico
Silver-ion treated antibacterial polyester staple fibers carded for medical textiles and sportswear. HTS 5506.20.00.00 for processed polyester synthetic fibers.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
15.7%
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
• EPA/FDA antimicrobial registration numbers mandatory for treated fibers
• Leachability test data prevents banned substance violations
• Declare treatment method (topical vs. integral) accurately