Printed Cotton-Wool Blend Tie Silk Substitute from Germany
Fine printed fabric 170 g/m² with 39% wool and 61% cotton (not combed), mimicking silk for neckties with subtle stripes. Under HTS 5212.15.10.10 for printed, lightweight 'other' cotton wovens with wool per Chapter 52. Alternative to pricier silks.
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
• Test for exact weave (not twill/denim per subheading note) to stay in 'other'
• Include invoices showing retail fabric vs industrial to prevent end-use shifts