Polyester-Cotton Oxford Blend Cloth from Germany
Oxford cloth woven from mixed polyester staple fibers and cotton, falling under 'other' synthetic staple fabrics in HTS 5515.99.90.45 due to synthetic predominance and basketweave structure (227). Used for workwear linings and casual shirting.
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
• Conduct fiber content analysis for synthetic majority proof; specify blend ratios on invoices; beware of cotton-dominant shifts to Chapter 52 headings