Unbleached 100% Polyester Square Weave Sheeting from Mexico
Unbleached greige sheeting of 100% polyester staple fibers, 145 gsm, 38x38 threads/cm², yarn #64, plain weave. HTS 5512.11.0027 applies as unbleached sheeting meeting note (b)(i) criteria: square, >33 threads/cm², ≤170 gsm, yarn ≤68, not printcloth excluded types. Common for apparel interlinings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide mill test reports confirming ≥85% polyester staple via fiber analysis to prevent Chapter 54 filament confusion
• Document exact gsm and construction; weights >170gsm may shift to note (b)(ii) exclusions if not qualifying