Nylon Satin Ribbon for Gift Wrapping from Germany
A smooth, shiny nylon satin ribbon measuring 1 cm wide, used primarily for decorating gift packages and floral arrangements. It falls under HTS 5806.32.1070 as a narrow woven fabric of nylon (man-made fiber) with a width not exceeding 12 cm, classified as 'other' ribbons not specified elsewhere. The adhesive-free warp-weft construction distinguishes it from bolducs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%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 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify exact width measurement (≤12cm unfolded) and nylon composition via lab testing to avoid misclassification into wider fabric headings
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'narrow woven ribbon, not bolduc' to prevent disputes with customs over adhesive assembly