Copper-Coated Polyester Filament for RF Shielding from Mexico
Polyester yarn coated with copper metal, minimal twist, ungimped for radio frequency shielding textiles. HTS 5605.00.10.00 covers this metal-coated man-made filament configuration. Applied in aerospace and electronics protective gear.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit metallurgical analysis proving textile yarn vs electrical conductor classification
• Check EAR/ITAR export controls if importing for defense end-use applications
• Bundle with nonwoven substrate declarations if imported as composite