Cotton-Wool Blend Denim Shirt Fabric from Germany
This lightweight woven fabric is made primarily from cotton yarns of different colors, blended with 40% wool by weight, weighing 180 g/m². It falls under HTS 5212.14.10 due to its cotton base, multi-colored yarns, low weight, and high wool content meeting the 36% threshold. The twill weave and color variation make it ideal for casual shirts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm ≥36% wool, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification or penalties
• Provide detailed weave analysis and yarn color documentation to distinguish from pure cotton fabrics under 5212.14
• Check for certified hand-loomed status if applicable, which may affect quotas under Chapter 52 notes