Synthetic Staple Sheeting for Apparel Lining from Germany
Plain weave sheeting fabric from mixed polyester/viscose staple fibers, 155 gsm, square weave 35 ends/picks cm with yarn #64. Designed for garment linings and interfaces. Meets Chapter 55 sheeting note (b)(i) for HTS 5515.99.90.20.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Maintain construction records showing >33 picks/cm to differentiate from cheesecloth statistical notes
• For apparel end-use, include buyer specs confirming lining vs outer fabric classification
• Watch for multiple yarn use (folded/cabled) which excludes from sheeting per note (b)(ii)(A)