Polyester-Cotton Gabardine Suiting Fabric from Germany
Tight twill gabardine at 195 g/m², 58% polyester/42% cotton staple, unbleached for suiting. HTS 5514.19.10.90 for these 'other' heavy mixes. Provides wrinkle resistance for business attire.
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
• High thread count verification to exclude cheesecloth definitions
• Country of origin rules strict for apparel fibers
• Avoid creasing during shipping to maintain quality