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Dyed Cotton-Spandex Blend Broadcloth from Germany

Plain weave broadcloth fabric, dyed solid color, 180 g/m², 82% cotton/18% spandex, average yarn number 45. Meets HTS 5210.31.60 criteria: <85% cotton with man-made mix, plain weave, dyed, light weight, yarn 43-68. Used for fitted shirts and dresses.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

12.2%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Label fiber composition accurately; spandex blends require stretch testing for classification

• Use boil-off method to remove sizing before yarn number computation as per Chapter 52 notes

• Declare if certified hand-loomed to potentially qualify for different treatment under 5209/5210