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Heavyweight Printed Cotton Percale Sheeting Fabric from Germany

This is a printed plain weave cotton sheeting fabric containing over 85% cotton by weight, weighing more than 200 g/m², and not napped, specifically classified under 5209.51.60.35 for other sheeting types (313). It is used for making durable bedsheets, duvet covers, and upholstery due to its heavyweight construction and printed patterns. The classification fits Chapter 52 as a woven cotton fabric meeting the weight, weave, and printing criteria.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² with lab testing documentation to confirm classification and avoid reclassification to lighter fabrics

• Provide detailed printing process records and fiber content certificates showing ≥85% cotton to meet Chapter 52 requirements

• Check for quantitative restrictions on cotton imports and ensure origin certificates for non-WTO countries

Heavyweight Printed Cotton Percale Sheeting Fabric from Germany — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5209.51.60.35