Printed Acetate Satin Lining Fabric from Germany
Satin weave fabric from 92% acetate filament yarn with subtle printed stripes, used for garment linings. HTS 5408.24.90 applies as it's printed, over 85% artificial filament, and other woven fabric. Acetate qualifies as artificial filament per Chapter 54 notes.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
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
• Submit yarn origin certificates proving artificial filament (acetate) content
• Watch for misdeclaration as 'poplin/broadcloth'—satin weave keeps it in 'other'
• Include invoices specifying end-use to prevent reclassification as upholstery