Unbleached Polyester Satin Fabric from Germany
This is an unbleached woven fabric made from polyester filament yarns in a satin weave, weighing over 170 g/m², used primarily for upholstery and drapery linings. It falls under HTS 5407.91.20.50 as it is unbleached, of synthetic filament, and specifically satin weave without further processing. The satin weave construction provides a smooth, lustrous surface ideal for decorative applications.
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 weave type via lab testing to confirm satin construction, as misclassification to plain weave can alter duties
• Provide mill certificates showing unbleached status and filament yarn composition to avoid bleaching disputes at customs
• Ensure accurate weight declaration (g/m²) as it impacts statistical suffixes and potential reclassification