52 nm Combed Cotton Multiple Yarn for Bedding Weaves from Germany
Multiple (folded) combed cotton yarn at upper limit of 52 nm single yarn count, 85%+ cotton, for high-end bedding fabric production. Provides smoothness and durability for percale sheets. HTS 5205.43.0090 applies to this non-retail, combed multiple yarn in 43-52 nm range.
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
• Use boil-off weight for accurate yarn number calculation per US Note formulas
• Segregate from finer/coarser yarns in same shipment to prevent averaging errors
• Include mill test certificates verifying combing process and fiber length