Polyester Ballet Tutu Net from Germany
Stiff, voluminous polyester net fabric for ballet tutus and costumes, with medium-fine mesh for layering. HTS 5804.10.10.00 applies to this man-made tulle net, sold in the piece, excluding embroidery (5810) or narrow widths (5806). Chapter notes confirm non-applicability to knitted or Chapter 59 items.
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
• Specify 'in the piece' on entry docs to stay in 5804 vs made-up costume parts; test for flammability if for costumes
• Pitfall: multi-layer sets may be viewed as articles under Chapter 63