Heavy Cotton Sateen Dress Lining Material from Germany
Dyed cotton sateen fabric over 200 g/m² for garment linings, under HTS 5212.23.60.50 due to sateen weave, weight, and dyeing. Its sheen and durability suit structured dress interiors.
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
• Submit weave diagrams confirming sateen (4+ warp floats) to distinguish from twill in same subheading group
• Watch for blending; >2% non-cotton shifts out of Chapter 52 per general rules
• Prepare for CBP exams on dye fastness; non-compliant dyes lead to refusals