Nylon Impact Printer Ribbon Base Fabric from Germany
Unbleached nylon filament fabric with woven selvages, tailored for impact printer ribbons via specific thread density (warp not exceeding 60% of total count, 59+ warp/39+ filling per cm). HTS 5407.41.00.10 applies due to its 85%+ polyamide content and machine ribbon suitability. This fabric withstands repeated inking and mechanical stress.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
13.6%
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
• Include technical data sheets showing thread count ratios in entry documentation to justify the statistical breakouts
• Watch for misdeclaration as apparel fabric; emphasize industrial ribbon end-use in paperwork
• Comply with origin rules by sourcing from certified nylon producers to leverage FTAs