Conductive Polyester-Cotton Yarn for Tech Textiles from Mexico
Carbon-infused polyester staple (35%) blended 65% cotton for antistatic workwear fabrics. Under HTS 5509.92.00.00 as synthetic staple yarn mixed mainly cotton; conductivity additive doesn't change base classification. For industrial safety apparel weaving.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Specify conductive fiber percentage; must remain <50% total synthetic
• Test for electrical properties if claiming special functions
• Avoid ESD symbol packaging that suggests retail consumer product