Bleached Polyester Batiste Cloth from Germany
Fine, lightweight bleached plain weave fabric of ≥85% polyester staple fibers, categorized as batiste in HTS 5512.11.0040 for its delicate, smooth finish exceeding cheesecloth density specs. Popular for blouses, lingerie, and heirloom sewing projects.
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
• Lab test for yarn number and construction to prove batiste vs sheeting per chapter notes
• Document ≥85% polyester content; blends risk moving to 55.13 mixed fabric headings