Printed Poly-Cotton Broadcloth for Dress Shirts from Germany
A fine plain weave broadcloth of 60% polyester staple and 40% cotton, 140 g/m², with subtle printed stripes. Fits HTS 5513.41.00 due to its printed polyester staple-cotton mix under 85% synthetic, plain weave, lightweight specs matching poplin/broadcloth definitions. Ideal for formal dress shirts.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label exact percentages and obtain certificates of origin to prove cotton mix dominance
• Check for square construction exclusion; this code applies only if not strictly poplin-excluded per notes
• Avoid common pitfall of declaring as 100% cotton—disclose polyester for correct Chapter 55 placement