Checkered Textured Polyester Bag Fabric from Germany
A durable woven fabric of 89% textured polyester filaments featuring checkered patterns from differently colored yarns, classified under HTS 5407.53.20. Commonly used for tote bags and luggage linings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify against shrinkage for bag applications; declare intended use carefully to avoid end-use reclassification
• Pitfall: mixed filament types lowering polyester percentage