Combed Fine Animal Hair-Synthetic Sheeting from Mexico
A combed square construction sheeting fabric weighing 160 g/m² with >33 ends/picks per cm, blended 38% cashmere (fine animal hair) and 62% polyester staple fibers. Classified under HTS 5515.99.05.20 for its synthetic base, high fine hair content, and combed finish. Ideal for luxury bedding and apparel linings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide weave specs (ends/picks, yarn number) in commercial invoice to justify sheeting definition
• Differentiate fine hair via origin certificates for duty preference claims
• Avoid bulk packaging that might imply industrial use under different provisions