Assembled Cotton T-Shirts from US Fabric
100% cotton T-shirts cut from US-made fabric, exported to Mexico for sewing and assembly, then returned to the US. The US fabric components retain their physical identity and are only assembled with incidental operations like cleaning and painting labels. Classified under 9802.00.80.42 per U.S. note 7(a) for duty-free treatment of US components assembled abroad.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Rate | Ch.99 Surcharges | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| šØš³China | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š²š½Mexico | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šØš¦Canada | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| š©šŖGermany | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
| šÆšµJapan | Free | +10.0% | 10% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If fabric not US-origin or assembly exceeds simple sewing
Regular T-shirt classification applies when US component identity lost or value advanced beyond permitted assembly
If not claimed under note 7(a) specific provisions
General assembly provision for US components without note 7(a) eligibility
If classified as apparel parts rather than assembled garment
If entered as unfinished garment components rather than completed assembly
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Import Tips & Compliance
ā¢ Provide detailed documentation proving US origin of fabric components with export records and assembly process description
ā¢ Ensure US components haven't been advanced beyond assembly; include affidavits from foreign assembler
ā¢ Maintain records showing components retain physical identity (same form/shape) for 5 years post-import
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