Bleached Cotton-Polyester Printcloth Fabric from Mexico
This plain weave fabric weighs under 170 g/m², features average yarn numbers 43-68, over 33 singles yarns per cm², and square construction, meeting the exact definition of printcloth per HTS statistical notes. Mixed mainly with cotton and less than 85% artificial staple fibers like polyester, it's unbleached or bleached for printing applications. Commonly used for lightweight apparel linings and crafts.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify yarn count, weave density, and weight via lab testing to confirm printcloth classification; ensure fiber content labels show <85% artificial staple with cotton mix
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as sheeting if square construction not proven
• Obtain mill certificates for bleached/unbleached status