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Printed Polyester Chiffon Scarf Fabric from Germany

This lightweight, transparent woven fabric made from polyester filament yarn features vibrant printed patterns, ideal for scarves and shawls. It falls under HTS 5407.94.20 as a printed woven fabric of synthetic filament yarn, not specified elsewhere in the heading. The printing process applies color designs post-weaving, distinguishing it from dyed or unprinted variants.

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 the fabric meets the printed definition by ensuring color is applied in patterns, not solid dyes, with documentation like dye lot certificates

• - Confirm 100% synthetic filament yarn composition via lab tests to avoid reclassification to cotton-blend headings

• - Include mill test reports for weave type and weight to prevent customs disputes on 'other' category placement