Polyester-Cotton 3-Thread Twill Fabric from Germany
A woven fabric made from polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², featuring a 3-thread twill weave in an unbleached or bleached state without napping. It falls under HTS 5514.12.0020 due to its specific twill construction, fiber composition under 85% polyester, and weight exceeding 170 g/m². Commonly used for durable workwear and upholstery.
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
• Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm less than 85% polyester mixed mainly with cotton, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification
• Provide weave structure documentation (3-thread twill) and weight certificates to avoid disputes at customs
• Ensure no napping treatment; declare as unbleached/bleached only to match statistical suffix 617