Bleached Oxford Cloth for Upholstery from Mexico
Bleached oxford weave cloth from polyester staple fibers, designed for upholstery with durable >170 g/m² weight. Precisely matches HTS 5516.91.00.70 for unbleached/bleached oxford of artificial staple fibers, excluding napped broadcloths per notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
22%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Certify no multiple/cabled yarns if over certain numbers to avoid sheeting exclusions
• Use commercial invoices detailing end-use as upholstery
• Pitfall: Blends exceeding 15% non-artificial fibers