Pima Cotton 313 Thread Count Bleached Sheeting Fabric from Germany
This bleached plain weave cotton sheeting fabric contains 85% or more cotton by weight and weighs between 100-200 g/m² with an average yarn number of 43 to 68, specifically classified as sheeting (313). It is used for high-end bed sheets and pillowcases due to its smooth texture and durability. The HTS 5208.22.60.40 classification applies because it meets the criteria for bleached, plain weave sheeting in this yarn number 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
• Verify average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• N = BYT/1,000) after removing sizing to confirm 43-68 range for 5208.22.60.40
• Obtain lab test reports for cotton content (>85%) and weight per m² to avoid reclassification during CBP examination