Polyester Gauze Fabric from Mexico
A lightweight polyester gauze fabric featuring warp threads with crossing doup threads forming loops through which weft threads pass, meeting the technical definition of gauze in heading 5803. Used for medical dressings and lightweight apparel. Width exceeds 30 cm, distinguishing it from narrow fabrics of 5806.
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
• Verify gauze structure with lab testing to confirm doup threads and loops per Chapter Note 3
• Provide width measurements >30 cm to differentiate from heading 5806 narrow fabrics
• Include mill certificates for fiber content to ensure 'other textile materials' classification