Stretch Blue Denim Polyester-Rayon Blend from Germany
A twill-woven blue denim fabric from polyester staple fibers blended mainly with viscose rayon and a small amount of spandex for stretch, used in fitted jeans and skirts. Classified under HTS 5515.11.0010 for its polyester-viscose staple fiber mix and blue denim designation. Meets weight and weave specs for apparel-grade denim.
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 spandex content below 5% to avoid reclassification as elastomeric textile under different headings
• Ensure customs declaration specifies 'blue denim' with colorfastness test reports for shade consistency
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain polyester viscose blends from specific countries