Printed Acetate Taffeta Upholstery Fabric from Germany
Crisp taffeta weave from 90% acetate filament, printed damask patterns for upholstery. HTS 5408.24.90 covers this printed woven fabric over 85% artificial filament, other category. Not a specified weave exclusion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify flame-retardant treatments if applicable—may require separate Chapter 59 entry
• Declare average yarn number to avoid broadcloth/poplin misclassification
• Invoice end-use as upholstery to guide valuation but not classification