160/2 Mercerized Combed Ring Spun Cotton Yarn from Germany
Fine 160/2 ply combed cotton yarn, ring spun and mercerized for luster, singles >120 nm, 85%+ cotton for poplin shirting. Bulk mill supply. 5205.48.00.20 covers mercerized or not, based on base yarn specs.
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
• Mercerization doesn't change HTS but document for quality claims; focus on pre-mercer nm measurement
• Test for cotton % post-chemical treatment to confirm >85% threshold