5407.69.40/Polyester Plaid Shirting Fabric/Germany

Polyester Plaid Shirting Fabric from Germany

This woven fabric consists of 100% polyester filaments with yarns of different colors forming a classic plaid pattern, used primarily for shirting. It falls under HTS 5407.69.40 as it contains 85% or more polyester filaments, features yarns of different colors, and is classified as 'other' woven fabrics. The fabric meets the chapter's definitions for woven structures excluding specialized types like poplin or sheeting.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

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Import Tips

• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% polyester via lab testing to confirm classification; provide mill test certificates

• Declare yarn color variations accurately in entry docs to avoid reclassification to solid color subheadings

• Ensure fabric width and weight specs match declarations, as statistical notes define weave types precisely