Unbleached Polyester Voile Netting from Germany
Sheer unbleached voile fabric of polyester staple fibers ≥85%, fitting HTS 5512.11.0040 as voile due to its open, lightweight plain weave beyond cheesecloth parameters. Primarily used for insect screening and lightweight veils.
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
• Test for staple vs filament—voile netting often misclassified from Chapter 54
• Document g/m² weight strictly under 170 to stay in this lightweight category
• Avoid end-use claims like 'netting' influencing classification—focus on weave specs