Man-Made Fiber Terry Toweling Ribbon from Germany
A narrow woven ribbon, under 30 cm wide, made from polyester terry toweling fabric with looped pile on one side. Classified under HTS 5806.10.28.00 as a narrow woven pile fabric of man-made fibers, specifically other types beyond basic terry. Used for apparel trims or upholstery edging.
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
• Verify fabric width does not exceed 30 cm and confirm man-made fiber content via lab tests for accurate classification
• Provide selvage evidence and detailed weave specifications to avoid misclassification as wider fabrics in Chapter 59
• Label fiber composition per FTC rules; common pitfall is undervaluing as basic ribbon without noting pile structure