Polyester Sheeting Fabric from Germany
Plain weave non-textured polyester fabric >170 g/m², not of square construction or with multiple yarns, used for bedding. Classified in HTS 5407.61.99 as 'other' since it doesn't fully match sheeting specs in statistical note (d)(ii) exclusions. Composed of ≥85% polyester filaments.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Document weight (>170 g/m²) and construction to distinguish from lighter sheeting in note (d)(i)
• Ensure no cabled yarns (average number >26) to avoid exclusions under sheeting definitions
• Label as bulk fabric, not made-up articles, to prevent shift to Chapter 62