Automotive Seat Poly-Cotton Dyed Gabardine from Germany
Gabardine fabric 68% cotton / 32% polyester, dyed charcoal, 255 g/m² for car seat covers. HTS 5211.39.00.90 for dyed other heavy mixed cotton, excluding prints. Fine twill weave fits general provision.
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
• Automotive end-use doesn't alter fabric HTS; classify by composition
• UV dye fastness tests recommended for claims
• Bulk rolls vs retail cuts same classification