Blue Denim Printcloth Alternative from Germany
Woven blue denim-style fabric from multi-colored artificial staple yarns, 43-68 yarn number, over 33 singles per cm², under 170 g/m², but not true printcloth due to yarn dyeing per note (c). HTS 5516.93.00.10 applies for different color yarns. Used in casual shirting.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Document singles yarn usage and absence of multiples/cabled yarns to distinguish from printcloth exclusions
• Test for exact width if under 168 cm to avoid note (c)(ii) printcloth classification
• Use detailed weave analysis reports for CBP review during entry