Printed Poly-Cotton Oxford Dress Fabric from Mexico
A lightweight printed oxford weave fabric blending polyester staple fibers (under 85%) with cotton, commonly used for women's dresses and blouses. Classified under HTS 5516.44.0070 for its printed oxford cloth characteristics in artificial staple fiber weaves mixed with cotton. Meets chapter 55 statistical notes for oxford construction.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Label fiber composition accurately on invoices; printed patterns must not obscure weave identification
• Pitfall: confusing with poplin/broadcloth—oxford has distinct basket weave
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'oxford cloth (227)' for CBP review