Unbleached Polyester-Cotton Printcloth Base from Germany
Unbleached plain weave fabric with 60% polyester filaments and 40% cotton, 120 gsm, square construction, 45 singles yarns per sq cm, average yarn number 55. Meets printcloth note (e) specs but unbleached, thus HTS 5407.81.00 for <85% synthetics mixed with cotton. Used as base for printed apparel.
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 yarn count and construction to justify printcloth-like status without printing
• Ensure no multiple/cabled yarns per note (e); violations may reclassify as generic sheeting
• Bulk imports require mill test reports for fiber blend compliance