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Dyed Cotton Voile Sheer Fabric from Germany

A lightweight, semi-transparent dyed cotton voile fabric with plain weave, high yarn number (69+), 85%+ cotton content, and weight under 100 g/m², commonly used for blouses, scarves, and curtains. Classified under HTS 5208.31.80.90 due to its voile structure, dyed finish, and precise specs matching cheesecloth/lawns/voiles/batistes subcategory. Its delicate crispness comes from the fine twist yarns.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

12.5%

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

• Provide weave analysis confirming plain weave (no jacquard patterns) and yarn count certification to avoid 5208.39 disputes

• Label fiber content accurately; blends over 15% non-cotton risk reclassification during entry

• Test for excessive sizing which must be removed before weight/yarn number determination per US note