Men's Polyester Dress Shirt from Mexico

A formal shirt made primarily from polyester fabric, featuring long sleeves, a collar, and a front button placket starting at the neckline. It is classified under HTS 6205.90.40.30 as a men's shirt of man-made fibers (other textile materials), not knitted or crocheted, subject to man-made fiber restraints. This fits the definition of 'shirts' in heading 6205 with no pockets below the waist or ribbed waistband.

Duty Rate — Mexico → United States

12.8%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fiber content exceeds 70% man-made fibers via lab tests for accurate classification and labeling under FTC rules

Ensure country-of-origin documentation complies with yarn-forward rules if from NAFTA or similar agreements to qualify for preferences

Avoid misclassification as blouses by confirming men's left-over-right front closure and tailored fit