Heavyweight Polyester Broadcloth from Germany
Napped plain weave broadcloth of 92% polyester staple fibers, over 170 g/m², average yarn >26, not square. Meets poplin/broadcloth exclusion but as 'other' under HTS 5512.99.00. For upholstery applications.
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
• Specify napping and weight >170 g/m² in invoices
• Test for staple vs filament to confirm Chapter 55