Number 55 Unbleached Cotton Sheeting Fabric from Germany
Unbleached plain weave cotton sheeting with 90% cotton content, 130 g/m² weight, and yarn number 55, ideal for bed linens and institutional uniforms. Classified under HTS 5208.12.60 due to its yarn count in 43-68 range, weight over 100 g/m², and unbleached state. This fabric provides a sturdy base for further processing.
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
• Document fabric weight post-sizing removal via boiling test to confirm >100 g/m² but ≤200 g/m²
• Use certified weight certificates; pitfalls include over-declaring cotton % without fiber analysis
• Verify plain weave only (no twill mixes) excluding selvage per US notes