Solid Tone Printed Cotton Pillowcase Sheeting Fabric from Germany
Heavyweight printed cotton sheeting for pillowcases, 85%+ cotton at 150 g/m², plain weave with yarn number 36, featuring subtle tone-on-tone prints. Classified under HTS 5208.52.30.45 as other printed sheeting of number 42 or lower.
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
• Test for excessive sizing and report post-boiling weight per U.S. note (b) for accurate g/m²
• Use HS explanatory notes to distinguish 'printed' from yarn-dyed; roller printing qualifies
• Bundle with mill certificates showing staple length if challenged on cotton quality quotas