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Modacrylic Batiste Fabric from Germany

Delicate, fine-woven batiste from modacrylic staple fibers (88% content), soft and lightweight for lingerie and blouses. Classified HTS 5512.29.0030 as 'batistes' per its crisp, plain weave under 170 g/m². Aligns with Chapter 55 for high synthetic staple concentration.

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

• Conduct fiber burn tests for CBP verification; document average yarn number

• For retail cuts, ensure individual packaging to avoid bulk fabric duties