Geometric Printed Poly-Cotton Broadcloth from Germany
Printed broadcloth with geometric patterns, composed of polyester staple (<85%) and cotton, plain weave fabric meeting poplin/broadcloth definition excluding low-density or coarse yarn types. Falls under 5516.44.0010 for its printed mixed staple fiber construction. Used in upholstery and light apparel.
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
• Document square construction absence with weave analysis; pitfall is confusion with sheeting note (b)
• For printed goods, provide colorfastness tests if challenged on finish durability
• Declare statistical suffix (614) accurately for poplin/broadcloth tracking