Unbleached Flax-Viscose Blend Upholstery Fabric from Germany
Heavy unbleached plain weave fabric with 60% flax and 40% viscose, >200 g/m², average yarn 28, not square construction, classified other per notes (b)(c) at 5309.21.40.90. Durable for furniture upholstery. Flax content <85% keeps it in blend category.
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
• Specify fiber percentages accurately; viscose blends often scrutinized for man-made dominance
• Heavy weight fabrics need density proofs to avoid lighter category shifts