Polyester Filament-Viscose Sheeting for Bed Linens from Germany
Lightweight sheeting fabric (627) for bed linens, plain weave under 170 g/m², square with >33 ends/picks/cm², yarn number ≤68, less than 85% viscose staple mixed mainly with polyester filaments. Fits statistical note (b)(i) precisely, distinguishing from cheesecloth or printcloth. Bleached finish enhances softness.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
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
• Test for filament vs staple ratio; filaments must dominate mix to stay in 5516.21, avoiding 5513
• Provide statistical note compliance declaration; common pitfall is incorrect yarn number reporting
• For retail cuts, separate from bulk to prevent set classification under different rules