Synthetic Sheeting Fabric with Filament Warp from Mexico
Plain weave fabric of polyester staple fibers in filling mixed solely with man-made filament warp yarns, fitting sheeting definition under statistical note (b) with square construction, over 33 ends/picks per cm, and weight under 170 g/m² using average yarn number 68 or lower. Falls under HTS 5515.91.00.90 as other mixed woven fabrics. Ideal for bed linens and upholstery.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document square construction with lab weave analysis reports; confirm no printcloth characteristics
• Label average yarn numbers accurately to avoid reclassification
• Pitfall: Overlooking filament mix threshold leading to Chapter 54 classification