Unbleached Synthetic-Cotton Sheeting for Upholstery from Germany
Heavyweight unbleached sheeting fabric exceeding 170 g/m², woven from <85% synthetic staple and cotton yarns in square construction per note (b)(ii). Falls under HTS 5514.19.90.20 as other unbleached/bleached sheeting not fitting excluded types like multiple yarns. Used for upholstery backing or mid-weight furniture covers.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
18.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document absence of multiple/cabled yarns (average number >26 excluded from sheeting); test reports prevent reclass to generic 5514.19.90
• For industrial upholstery use, note end-use in entry but classify by fiber/weave, not application