Printed Twill Weave Polyester Apparel Lining from Germany
A lightweight printed twill weave fabric from 88% polyester staple fibers, designed as lining for jackets and skirts. Classified under HTS 5516.14.00.30 for its twill weave, printed finish, and exceeding 85% artificial staple fiber threshold, fitting the 'other' printed category. It aligns with Chapter 55 woven artificial staple fiber definitions.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Label with exact fiber percentages and weave type for CBP review; include end-use declaration as lining to avoid apparel duties
• Common pitfall: misdeclaring as finished garment, triggering higher quotas