Printed Batiste Cotton-Artificial Fabric from Mexico
Fine printed batiste weave fabric, lightweight under 170 g/m², with artificial staple fibers under 85% mixed mainly with cotton, under HTS 5516.44.0040 for batiste category. Batiste offers a soft, semi-sheer finish for lingerie, blouses, or embroidery base. Classification hinges on print, fiber mix, and fine weave specs.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
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
• Provide weave analysis showing batiste fineness; ensure <85% artificial fiber certification; watch for retail packaging that could affect 'for retail sale' duties