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Polyester Staple Fiber Batiste Fabric from Germany

Lightweight sheer plain weave polyester staple fabric, <170 g/m², low density excluding printcloth. For evening wear overlays. 5515.19.00.90.

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

• Confirm ≤33 ends/picks per cm² to exclude cheesecloth misclassification

• Provide lab tests for yarn number 68+ if borderline sheeting

• Use specialized packaging for delicate sheer fabrics