Heavyweight Cotton Plaid Upholstery Fabric from Germany
A plain weave cotton fabric over 85% cotton, 150 g/m², with yarns of different colors and average yarn number 40, ideal for upholstery. Classified in HTS 5208.42.30.00 for its coarse yarn count (42 or lower), weight over 100 g/m², and multi-color yarn construction per chapter notes.
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 fabric breadth and total single yarns per cm² using US note formulas for accurate number
• Watch for excessive sizing affecting weight measurement
• Document plain weave exclusivity excluding selvage