Heavy Cotton Osnaburg Sheeting Fabric from Germany
This is a plain weave cotton fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, weighing more than 200 g/m², bleached, and specifically classified as Osnaburg with a thread count around 313. Osnaburg is a sturdy, coarse sheeting fabric historically used for sacks and upholstery, fitting HTS 5209.21.00.25 due to its precise weave, weight, and bleaching process as defined in Chapter 52 notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.7%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² post-sizing removal using Chapter 52 US Note formulas like BT/Z to confirm classification
• Obtain mill test certificate confirming >85% cotton content and bleached finish to avoid reclassification during CBP exam