Bleached Polyester-Cotton Twill Blend Fabric from Germany
Bleached twill weave fabric with 87% polyester staple and 13% cotton, used in casual shirting. Falls under HTS 5512.91.00.60 for its predominant synthetic staple content, bleached state, and twill weave (617). Meets the 85% threshold despite minor cotton inclusion.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
24.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber analysis reports for blends near 85% to confirm synthetic dominance
• Declare minor cotton content accurately to avoid reclassification to cotton-blend headings
• Use commercial invoices specifying end-use (apparel) vs industrial to guide valuation