Napped Poly-Cotton Twill for Insulated Work Shirts from Germany
Heavyweight napped twill fabric with 60% cotton and 40% polyester, exceeding 200 g/m², made from yarns of varying colors in a 3-thread twill weave. Brushing enhances thermal properties for industrial shirts. HTS 5211.43.00.50 applies for mixed cotton-man-made composition, twill, napping, and weight specs.
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
• Certify weave as 3- or 4-thread twill (not denim per subheading note) with supplier affidavits to avoid denim reclass
• Measure fabric weight post-sizing removal per US notes to confirm >200 g/m² accurately
• Bundle with end-use statements if for industrial apparel to preempt queries on retail vs. bulk packaging