Cotton Chenille Quilt Backing Fabric from Mexico
This cotton-based chenille fabric serves as a textured backing for quilts and bedding, with pile yarns creating a cozy, velvety reverse side. HTS 5801.26.00 applies as it's a woven chenille of cotton, not subject to 5806 narrow fabric limits or Chapter 59 exclusions.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Provide weave structure diagrams to confirm chenille pile vs. other piles like terry (5802)
• Ensure selvages are woven, not cut, for proper fabric classification over garment pieces
• Avoid bulk packaging mislabeled as made-ups; use roll invoices for fabric imports