Dyed Cotton Drill Fabric for Workwear from Germany
A sturdy dyed twill weave cotton fabric over 85% cotton, >200 g/m², width >127 cm, used for durable work pants and uniforms. Falls under HTS 5209.39.00.80 as 'other' dyed fabrics not specified as denim or sateen. Meets Chapter 52 notes for average yarn number calculation excluding selvage.
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
• Document weave type and provide yarn count calculations per US note (b) to distinguish from denim
• Include commercial invoices specifying exact weight per m² and dyeing process for CBP verification
• Check for quantitative restrictions if raw cotton origin ties back to limited countries per US notes