Polyester Composition Labels from Mexico
Strips of polyester fabric listing fiber content percentages for legal compliance on apparel. Classified in HTS 5807.90.0520 as man-made fiber labels in strips, not embroidered.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.9%
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
• Match label claims to actual garment fiber tests for CBP audits
• Use heat-transfer compatible inks to prevent fading claims
• Declare as 'labels' not 'ribbons' to avoid 5808 classification