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Heavyweight Polyester-Cotton Cross Twill for Bags from Germany

This non-napped, dyed cross twill fabric from polyester staple fibers mixed with cotton weighs more than 170 g/m², precisely matching HTS 5514.22.0020. It provides abrasion resistance for tote bags and backpacks.

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

• Document average yarn number and thread count to distinguish from broadcloth or poplin under statistical notes

• Ensure no multiple or cabled yarns if mimicking sheeting traits, to avoid Chapter 55 note exclusions

• Batch test for weight uniformity; variations could lead to reclassification