UV-Resistant Polyester Duck for Outdoor Covers from Germany
UV-stabilized polyester staple duck (219) fabric, HTS 5515.19.00.35, plain weave >170 g/m² without cabled yarns excluding heavier sheeting. Used for boat covers; base fabric prior to any coating.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
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
• Disclose any additives like UV stabilizers do not constitute coating; maintain textile character
• Customs may require destructive testing for staple length vs filament
• Separate dyed ducks; may qualify for 5516 if yarn-dyed