Unbleached Flax-Wool Blend Suiting Fabric from Germany
This woven fabric is made from unbleached flax fibers combined with over 17% fine wool, used primarily for tailoring men's suits and jackets. It falls under HTS 5309.21.20.00 because it contains less than 85% flax, is unbleached, and exceeds 17% wool content by weight. The plain weave construction provides durability and a natural texture ideal for formal apparel.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.5%
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 fiber content through lab testing to confirm >17% wool and <85% flax, as required for Chapter 53 classification
• Include mill certificates and yarn composition documents to avoid reclassification during customs examination
• Ensure unbleached status is evident; any chemical processing could shift to bleached subheading 5309.22