Brushed Blue Denim Polyester-Viscose Flannel from Germany
Napped or brushed blue denim twill from polyester staple mainly with viscose rayon staple fibers, creating flannel-like softness for shirts and linings. Qualifies HTS 5515.11.0010 as blue denim despite brushing per Chapter 55 notes allowing napping. Warm and drapey alternative.
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
• Chapter notes permit napping; document brushing direction for quality verification
• Test for pilling after brushing per ISO 12945 to support fabric claims
• Avoid over-napping that could mimic pile fabrics reclassifiable to 5516