Heavyweight Navy Blue Poly-Cotton Broadcloth from Germany
A dyed broadcloth fabric exceeding 170 g/m², blending polyester staple fibers with cotton, featuring plain weave not of square construction as defined in note (a). Ideal for work shirts and uniforms due to its durability and colorfastness. The statistical suffix (614) denotes poplin/broadcloth type.
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
• Document average yarn number >26 to distinguish from excluded heavier broadcloths in note (a)(ii)
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'poplin or broadcloth (614)' to align with HTS statistical reporting
• Avoid common pitfalls like weight mismeasurement leading to lighter fabric headings such as 5514.12