Modal Oxford Printed Fabric for Casual Shirts from Germany
High-quality printed oxford fabric from modal (beech tree pulp) staple fibers, ideal for casual button-down shirts. Classified in 5516.94.00.70 for its printed oxford construction using artificial staple fibers as defined in Chapter 55. Soft hand-feel with subtle stripe prints.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
12%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate ≥ 10 percent): MFN >= 10% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify modal as regenerated cellulose fiber to stay in artificial staple category
• Check for square construction pitfalls that might reclassify as sheeting
• Use detailed photos in documentation showing basketweave for oxford verification