Unbleached Sateen Cotton Poplin for Shirts from Germany
A lightweight unbleached cotton poplin with sateen weave (326 density), under 200 g/m², used for dress shirts and blouses. Classified in HTS 5212.11.60.60 due to its unbleached state and precise sateen weave structure as defined in chapter notes. Offers a subtle sheen for apparel applications.
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
• Measure fabric breadth and linear density to compute average yarn number 'N' using formulas in US Note (a) for tariff compliance
• Obtain certificate confirming no chemical bleaching; common pitfall is misdeclaring partially scoured fabrics as unbleached
• Check for selvage exclusions in weave verification—only the body must be wholly sateen per US Note (b)