Flax-Cotton Polyester Sheeting Fabric 313 from Germany

This woven sheeting fabric contains less than 85% flax with cotton and polyester man-made fibers, classified under HTS 5309.29.30.10 as 'Sheeting (313)' due to its plain weave construction meeting square construction specs of over 33 warp ends and picks per cm with average yarn number 68 or lower. It weighs under 200 g/m² and is designed for apparel or upholstery where textile restraints apply.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% flax and cotton/man-made mix; declare accurately to avoid reclassification

Provide weave specs (warp/picks per cm, yarn number) in documentation to prove 'sheeting (313)' status under statistical notes

Monitor cotton restraint quotas; obtain licenses if applicable and watch for visa requirements on textile imports