Heavy Cotton Sateen Upholstery Fabric from Germany
This unbleached woven cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight and weighs more than 200 g/m², classified under HTS 5209.19.00.20 due to its sateen weave structure and unbleached state. It is specifically designed for upholstery applications like sofas and chairs, providing a smooth, lustrous surface typical of sateens.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² and cotton content >85% via lab testing for accurate classification
• Obtain mill test certificates confirming unbleached status and sateen weave to avoid reclassification
• Beware of bleaching during processing which shifts to 5209.29 subheading, triggering audits