Harlequin Textured Polyester Costume Fabric from Germany
Diamond-patterned fabric from 85% textured polyester filaments of contrasting colors, meeting HTS 5407.53.20 as other woven multi-color textured polyester. Essential for theatrical costumes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
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
• Flame retardancy certification often required for costumes; verify filament texturing
• Pitfall: bulk vs retail packaging affecting quotas