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Polyester Voile Sheer Fabric from Germany

Ultra-lightweight polyester staple fiber voile, a sheer plain weave fabric under 170 g/m² suitable for curtains and apparel linings. Falls under HTS 5515.99.90.30 as 'voiles' per the category for other synthetic staple woven fabrics. Its fine, transparent weave distinguishes it from denser constructions.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Measure yarn count and construction to confirm voile classification vs. general other fabrics

• Include commercial invoices specifying end-use (e.g

• home decor) to support valuation

• Watch for bleaching/dyeing that might trigger additional Chapter 55 notes on processing