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Printed Poly-Cotton Twill Blouse Material from Germany

Printed twill weave fabric blending polyester staple fibers (<85%) with cotton, at 140 g/m², ideal for blouses. Classified in HTS 5513.49.2020 for its twill weave, printing, synthetic-cotton mix, and light weight. Meets statistical note criteria for non-poplin/broadcloth types.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.9%

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

• Label rolls with exact composition and weight; discrepancies lead to audits

• Confirm twill weave via microscopy if challenged, distinguishing from plain weaves like printcloth

• For apparel sets, classify fabric separately unless imported as retail set