Unbleached Cotton Duck Fabric 12 oz Twill from Germany
A 12 oz (about 410 g/m²) unbleached cotton duck in twill weave, over 85% cotton, used for heavy-duty tents and sails. Classified under HTS 5209.19.00.40 due to its unbleached state, twill construction, high weight, and predominant cotton content. This heavy fabric provides strength without further processing.
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
• Conduct grammage testing to confirm >200 g/m²; US Customs often audits heavy cotton imports for weight accuracy
• Provide affidavits certifying no bleaching or dyeing; pitfalls include residual processing chemicals triggering reclassification
• For roll imports, specify linear meters and weight per note formulas for yarn number verification if challenged