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Printed Polyester Duck Canvas Fabric from Germany

This is a printed woven duck fabric made from artificial staple fibers like polyester, weighing over 170 g/m² with a tight plain weave construction fitting the 'duck' specification (219). It features colorful printed patterns suitable for upholstery or bags. Classified under 5516.94.0050 due to its printed finish and duck weave from man-made staple fibers.

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

• Verify weave density and weight exceed 170 g/m² to confirm 'duck' status per statistical notes; provide lab test reports if audited

• Include detailed printing process documentation to distinguish from unprinted fabrics under 5516.93

• Label fiber content accurately as artificial staple fibers (e.g

• polyester >85%) to avoid reclassification to blended chapters