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Combed Mercerized Cotton 32 nm 2-Ply Yarn from Germany

Mercerized for luster 2-ply combed cotton yarn, 32 nm singles, 90% cotton, enhances dye uptake for fashion knits. Bulk for mills. Mercerizing doesn't change HTS 5205.42.00 classification.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Mercerizing proof OK but doesn't alter yarn heading—focus on base cotton specs

Luster claims secondary; fiber content primary for 85% threshold

Wash tests may be required to remove treatment effects for nm accuracy