Unbleached Cotton Duck Fabric 12 oz from Germany
A durable 12 oz (about 410 g/m²) unbleached cotton duck fabric with plain weave, consisting of 100% cotton. Classified under HTS 5209.19.00 for other unbleached heavy cotton woven fabrics not meeting denim or special weave criteria. Ideal for tool pouches, tarps, and upholstery.
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
• Provide grammage certificates showing weight >200 g/m²; common pitfall is under-declaring weight leading to reclassification
• Label clearly as unbleached to avoid scrutiny; include yarn count details per US note formulas for verification
• Ensure no pre-bleaching treatments; request supplier affidavits confirming natural state from loom