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Polyester Plaid Dress Fabric from Germany

This woven fabric consists of 100% polyester staple fibers with yarns of different colors arranged in a plaid pattern, excluding blue denim or jacquard weave. It meets the 85%+ polyester staple fiber requirement and is used for lightweight dresses and blouses. Classified under 5512.19.00.05 due to its multi-colored yarn construction and plain weave style.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

13.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty

Import Tips

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 85%+ polyester staple fibers for Chapter 55 classification

Provide weave analysis and yarn color documentation to distinguish from jacquard or denim exclusions

Avoid misdeclaration as printcloth by ensuring no printed patterns; focus on yarn-dyed colors