Mixed Fiber Dyed Sailcloth Duck Fabric from Germany
Dyed woven duck fabric from artificial staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton (<85% synthetic), designed for sailcloth with high tear strength plain weave fitting 'duck (219)' definition (not napped, balanced construction >170 g/m²). Excludes lighter fabrics like printcloth. Used in marine sails and awnings.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
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
• Conduct independent fiber analysis if blend is close to 85% threshold to prevent reclassification
• Include mill test certificates for dye fastness and fabric weight to support duck classification claims
• Beware of square construction pitfalls; non-square weaves may shift to sheeting if >33 ends/picks