Polyester-Cotton Twill Fabric for Apparel from Mexico
This twill weave fabric contains 70% artificial staple fibers mixed with 30% polyester filament yarns of different colors, weighing around 200 gsm. It falls under HTS 5516.23.00.40 due to its twill weave structure, mixed fiber composition under 85% artificial staple, and multi-colored yarns. Commonly used for jackets and pants in the apparel industry.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% artificial staple mixed with filaments; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Provide mill test certificates and yarn specs to prove different colors and twill weave during customs exam
• Avoid common pitfalls like mislabeling as 100% staple by including detailed weave analysis reports