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Dyed Polyester Chiffon Fabric from Germany

Lightweight, sheer polyester filament chiffon with twisted yarn construction, piece-dyed, 100% synthetic filaments. Used for evening gowns and scarves. Falls under HTS 5407.72.00 as dyed woven fabric not matching statistical weave exclusions.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.9%

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

• Document yarn twist levels to distinguish from flat fabrics per note (b)

• Lab test filament content >85% with sworn affidavits

• Prevent bulk-to-retail reclassification issues with proper invoices