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Discharge Printed Cotton-Polyester Twill Work Jacket Fabric from Germany

This heavy twill weave fabric, weighing 250 g/m², contains 80% cotton mixed with 20% polyester and features discharge printing for a vintage faded effect. It falls under HTS 5211.59.0015 as a printed sateen/twill fabric with less than 85% cotton, over 200 g/m², specifically discharge printed. Commonly used for durable workwear jackets.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Verify exact fiber content via lab test to confirm <85% cotton; discrepancies lead to reclassification

• Include discharge printing certification and weight documentation (gsm) in entry papers

• Check for quantitative restrictions on cotton blends; ensure origin complies with US notes