Uncut Cotton Corduroy Fabric from Germany
A woven cotton fabric with uncut weft pile forming distinctive ridges or 'wales' characteristic of corduroy in its pre-cut state. Commonly used for apparel like trousers and jackets. Falls under HTS 5801.21.00.00 as uncut weft pile of cotton, before the pile floats are cut to create the final texture.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
20.2%
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
• Document the uncut state with production photos or specs to distinguish from cut pile in Chapter 58; declare exact cotton yarn count for quota compliance
• Watch for blends dropping below 85% cotton, which may shift to other subheadings