Brushed Blue Denim Polyester-Viscose Flannel from Mexico
Napped or brushed blue denim twill from polyester staple mainly with viscose rayon staple fibers, creating flannel-like softness for shirts and linings. Qualifies HTS 5515.11.0010 as blue denim despite brushing per Chapter 55 notes allowing napping. Warm and drapey alternative.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
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
• Chapter notes permit napping; document brushing direction for quality verification
• Test for pilling after brushing per ISO 12945 to support fabric claims
• Avoid over-napping that could mimic pile fabrics reclassifiable to 5516