Chapter 55
Chapter 55 covers synthetic staple fibers (polyester, acrylic, nylon), artificial staple fibers (viscose), yarns, and sewing threads of staple fibers. Unlike chapter 54, these fibers come in cut form, not continuous filament. Mexico imports polyester and acrylic fibers for the textile industry.
0–15%
Actual rates depend on the specific tariff heading, country of origin, and applicable trade agreements (USMCA, EU-Mexico FTA, CPTPP, etc.).
Staple fibers as raw materials have low tariffs. Polyester/cotton blends are the most traded fabrics. Staple fiber yarns have specific USMCA rules of origin.