Nonwoven Disposable Bouffant Cap from Mexico
A lightweight, disposable bouffant cap made from nonwoven man-made fiber fabric, designed to cover hair in cleanroom or medical environments. It lacks peaks or visors and is classified under HTS 6505.00.80.15 due to its nonwoven construction, disposable nature, and headgear function without braided elements. Primarily used for contamination control in sterile settings.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
16.8%
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 nonwoven composition exceeds 50% man-made fibers via lab testing; ensure FDA compliance if for medical use
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as woven fabric, leading to different duties