Heavyweight Discharge Printed Floral Cotton Sheeting from Germany
Heavyweight plain weave cotton sheeting fabric over 85% cotton by weight and more than 200 g/m², discharge printed with intricate floral patterns by removing dye selectively. Classified in HTS 5209.51.60.32 for its discharge printing on non-napped sheeting fabric. Ideal for upholstery or heavy bedding applications.
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
• Include production process documentation proving discharge printing to distinguish from standard printing
• Measure fabric weight post-scouring to confirm >200 g/m² as per US note formulas
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as apparel fabric, which could shift to Chapter 62