Printed Batiste Cotton-Artificial Fabric from Germany
Fine printed batiste weave fabric, lightweight under 170 g/m², with artificial staple fibers under 85% mixed mainly with cotton, under HTS 5516.44.0040 for batiste category. Batiste offers a soft, semi-sheer finish for lingerie, blouses, or embroidery base. Classification hinges on print, fiber mix, and fine weave specs.
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
• Provide weave analysis showing batiste fineness; ensure <85% artificial fiber certification; watch for retail packaging that could affect 'for retail sale' duties