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Navy Blue Heavy Cotton Duck for Sailcloth from Germany

Heavy plain weave duck fabric dyed navy blue, over 85% cotton by weight and exceeding 200 g/m², precisely matching HTS 5209.31.60.90 for dyed plain weave duck (219). Used in marine sailcloth applications for its rot resistance and high tensile strength. Tariff notes confirm classification based on weave exclusivity and average yarn number calculations.

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

Submit fabric samples if requested by CBP to verify plain weave (no combinations per US note (b))

Document removal of sizing for accurate weight measurement as per US note formulas