Cotton-Polyester Plaid Dress Lining from Germany
A lightweight 170 g/m² woven fabric blending 75% cotton with 25% polyester, using multi-colored yarns for a plaid pattern. Classified under HTS 5210.49.40.90 due to mixed composition, different color yarns, yarn number 42 or lower, and weight under 200 g/m². Ideal for dress linings and lightweight apparel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
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 percentages accurately; importers often face audits for mixed cotton-manmade blends
• Measure weight per m² post-scouring to ensure under 200 g/m² threshold
• Avoid classifying as certified hand-loomed without government certification per Chapter 52 notes