Abaca Table Linen Fabric from Germany
Woven abaca (Manila hemp) fabric of square construction for tablecloths, per statistical note (e). Classified HTS 5311.00.40 as other vegetable fiber fabric from abaca. Its natural sheen suits fine dining textiles.
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
• Test for square construction (warp/filling count difference <11/cm) to validate classification
• Ensure no napping treatment, which affects sheeting/poplin definitions
• Declare grammage accurately; over 200g/m² excludes certain plain weave types