Bleached Polyester-Cotton Blend Broadcloth from Germany
Bleached plain weave broadcloth from artificial staple polyester blended with cotton, not square, fitting poplin/broadcloth note (a). Classified HTS 5516.91.00.90 as other unbleached/bleached fabric where artificial staple predominates. For shirting and dresses.
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
• Provide exact blend ratio; if artificial staple <85%, may shift to Chapter 52 cotton
• Confirm broadcloth specs (not square, yarn number) via sample submission
• Use commercial invoices detailing bleaching only, no dyeing