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Printed Satin Cotton-Polyester Blend Dress Fabric from Germany

This woven fabric features a satin weave with less than 85% polyester filament yarn, mixed primarily with cotton, and is printed with floral patterns. It qualifies under HTS 5407.84.00.40 due to its satin weave, synthetic filament content below 85%, cotton mix, and printed finish. Commonly used for dresses and blouses in apparel manufacturing.

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

• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic filaments and cotton predominance, as required for Chapter 54 classification

• Provide weave certification (satin/twill) and printing process documentation to avoid misclassification as unprinted fabric