Printed Cotton-Polyester Oxford Shirt Fabric from Germany
This lightweight woven fabric, weighing under 170 g/m², blends less than 85% synthetic staple fibers with mainly cotton, featuring a distinct basketweave Oxford structure and printed patterns. It falls under HTS 5513.49.90.60 as printed Oxford cloth mixed mainly with cotton. Commonly used for casual shirts and blouses.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% synthetic staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification
• Provide weave structure documentation proving Oxford basketweave to avoid confusion with plain weaves like poplin or broadcloth
• Ensure weight certificates show <170 g/m²; common pitfall is exceeding limit due to finishing treatments