Heavyweight Poly-Cotton Plaid Upholstery Fabric from Germany
A 220 g/m² plain weave fabric blending 65% polyester staple fibers with 35% cotton, featuring multi-colored yarns for plaid design, ideal for furniture upholstery. Classified under HTS 5514.30.31.00 due to its polyester staple base mixed mainly with cotton, weight over 170 g/m², and plain weave construction. Offers durability and fade resistance.
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
• Include mill test certificates for gsm weight and fiber composition to prevent reclassification
• Ensure plain weave is documented, as twill variants shift to other subheadings
• Label color yarn usage clearly to avoid grouping under single-color categories