Polyester Batiste Fine Blouse Fabric from Mexico
A crisp, lightweight plain weave polyester staple fiber batiste fabric used for blouses and linings, classified under HTS 5515.19.0030 for 'batistes' matching the fine, smooth texture from synthetic staple yarns under 170 g/m². Its delicate weave distinguishes it from heavier shirtings.
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
• Lab certification required for yarn number and weave type to prove batiste status vs. generic 'other' woven fabrics
• Document average yarn fineness; numbers above 68 may disqualify from batiste per related chapter definitions