Ne 160s Upland Combed Ring Spun Cotton Yarn from Germany
Single yarn from Upland combed cotton, ring spun to 160 Nm (62.5 decitex), 85%+ cotton, industrial bulk form. HTS 5205.28.00.20 designation based on combed ring spun specs exceeding 120 metric number per official nm definition. Common in mid-to-high end poplin shirting.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Upland staple often under quota scrutiny; link to 5201 notes for origin eligibility
• Test for single yarn continuity; breaks indicate poor spinning disqualifying ring claim
• Invoice yarn in kilograms with exact nm; mismatches trigger audits