Bleached Polycotton Broadcloth for Uniforms from Germany
Durable plain weave broadcloth blending 70% cotton with 30% polyester, 195 g/m², yarn number 45, under HTS 5210.21.60 for its bleached state and medium yarn count. Used in work uniforms and institutional bedding. Exclusively plain weave per notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
11.4%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Uniform fabrics often imported in bulk—ensure rolls declared by weight/area accurately
• Test for shrinkage post-bleaching; discrepancies lead to audits
• Industrial end-use doesn't change fabric classification—remains Chapter 52