Ramie Pile Carpet Underlay Alternative from Mexico
Woven ramie fiber pile sheet marketed for floor use despite underlay-like thickness, with exposed ramie pile. Classed under HTS 5702.39.20.90 but note Chapter exclusion for true underlays; qualifies via floor surface exposure.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
13.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Differentiate from underlays with surface exposure proofs
• Measure thickness; excessive padding risks reclassification
• Use ISF filings early for vegetable fiber shipments