Jacquard Cotton Apparel Shell Fabric from Germany
Versatile jacquard woven cotton (89% cotton, 160 g/m², yarn #40, varied colors) for outerwear shells with textured patterns. Classified HTS 5208.49.40.20 for multi-color yarns, low yarn number, lightweight, high cotton content, jacquard per Chapter 52.
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
• Lab certify multi-color yarn usage (warp/weft different) to distinguish from 5208.39
• Greige width measurement critical for B in yarn formula
• Avoid 'certified hand-loomed' false claims without gov cert