Polyester Staple Lining Fabric from Germany
Woven fabric of polyester staple fibers for garment linings, plain weave not fitting poplin, broadcloth, sheeting, or printcloth definitions in statistical notes. HTS 5515.19.00 as 'other' for apparel manufacturing applications.
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
• Specify end-use as lining in docs but classify by fiber/material, not function per GRI 1
• Ensure >85% polyester staple to avoid blend headings like 5515.91