Napped Flax Outing Fabric from Germany
Unbleached napped 89% flax fabric per statistical note (f), used for jackets, HTS 5309.11.00.90 as other weave containing 85%+ flax. Nap distinguishes from pile.
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
• Nap production method (scratching/pricking) documentation separates from pile Chapter 58
• Weight <200 g/m² common—verify against broadcloth exclusions
• Seasonal imports peak Q4; pre-clear with binding ruling for napped status