Polyester-Cotton Dyed Twill Fabric from Germany
A dyed twill weave fabric made from 65% polyester staple fibers and 35% cotton, weighing 220 g/m². It falls under HTS 5514.23.00.90 as it contains less than 85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, is dyed, and exceeds 170 g/m². This heavy fabric is commonly used for durable upholstery and workwear.
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 testing to confirm <85% polyester staple and cotton mix for accurate classification
• Provide dyeing certificates and weight documentation (gsm) to customs to avoid reclassification