Polyester Dressmaker's Braid from Germany
A man-made fiber polyester braid sold in continuous rolls for sewing dress hems and edges, providing a clean, decorative finish. Falls under HTS 5808.10.70.00 as ornamental braids in the piece of man-made fibers, without embroidery. Ideal for garment manufacturing and alterations.
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
• Confirm no embroidery or knitting to stay in 5808; knitted trims go to Chapter 60
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'in the piece' and fiber content for customs clearance
• Avoid common pitfall of misdeclaring as apparel parts under Chapter 62