Acrylic Sweater Hem Bands from Mexico
Knitted acrylic ribbed hem bands for bottom edges of man-made fiber sweaters, featuring stretch properties for fitted waistlines. These qualify under HTS 6117.90.90.10 as parts of sweaters composed of man-made fibers. Commonly imported for aftermarket sweater customization and repairs.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
24.6%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Conduct stitch density tests (min 10/cm per Chapter 61 notes) to confirm knitted construction during customs review
• Declare as 'replacement hem components for MMF sweaters' with size charts linking to sweater models
• Watch for quotas on (646) category; file correct visa documents for man-made fiber apparel parts