Bleached Poly-Cotton Denim Twill Fabric from Germany
This heavy-weight woven fabric contains 80% cotton mixed with 20% polyester man-made fibers, weighing 280 g/m², and is bleached for a light finish. It meets HTS 5211.20.29.90 as a bleached 'other' fabric with less than 85% cotton content, over 200 g/m², not specifically denim per subheading note. Commonly used for durable workwear and upholstery.
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
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm <85% cotton; provide mill test certificates for CBP review
• Ensure weight documentation shows >200 g/m² post-scouring; bleached finish must be uniform without dyeing