Napped Flax-Cotton Acrylic Blend Fabric from Germany
Napped woven fabric (fuzzy surface per note f) with 70% flax, 20% cotton, 10% acrylic, used for casual jackets. Under 5309.29.30 as flax <85% with cotton and MMF; nap distinguishes from pile weaves.
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
• Describe napping method (scratching/pricking) in invoices to differentiate from pile under chapter notes
• Weight <200 g/m² common for napped apparel; heavier may need structural verification