210s Mercerized Combed Cotton 2-Ply Yarn from Germany
Mercerized 2-ply yarn from combed cotton fibers, single yarn metric number exceeding 210 (<83.33 decitex), ≥85% cotton. Enhanced luster for dress linings. Classifies HTS 5205.48.00.90 despite mercerization as chemical treatment doesn't change fiber classification.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Mercerization certificates acceptable; treatment doesn't alter HTS fiber content classification
• Test post-mercerization to confirm decitex hasn't changed due to fiber swelling
• Declare luster enhancement process but emphasize unchanged combed cotton base material