Bleached Polyester Sheeting Fabric from Germany
A plain weave bleached fabric of square construction, over 85% polyester staple fibers, weighing under 170 g/m² with more than 33 ends/picks per cm and yarn number 68 or lower. Fits HTS 5512.11.00 for bleached high-polyester staple woven fabrics. Commonly used for bed linens and curtains.
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
• Provide construction specs (square weave, ends/picks) to prove sheeting status per statistical notes
• Ensure bleaching process certification; over-bleached may be deemed 'other' under 5512.19
• Label roll width and weight accurately to avoid reclassification as printcloth