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Bleached Poly-Cotton Twill for Workwear from Germany

Bleached 3-thread twill fabric blending polyester staple fibers with cotton, over 170 g/m², not napped, ideal for heavy-duty uniforms. Classified under HTS 5514.12.0020 for its unbleached/bleached status, twill weave, and polyester-cotton mix below 85% synthetic. Offers strength and breathability for industrial apparel.

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

• Include bleaching process certification to distinguish from unbleached and prevent upcharge to dyed categories

• Check for square construction pitfalls; this code assumes twill, not poplin/broadcloth per Chapter 55 notes

• Label rolls with exact weight per m² to comply with exceeding 170 g/m² requirement