Polyester Book Cover Fabric from Germany
This man-made fiber textile fabric is coated with gum or amylaceous substances to provide stiffness and durability for use as outer covers on books and similar printed materials. It falls under HTS 5901.10.10.00 due to its specific coating and intended application for bookbinding. The coating ensures it can withstand handling without fraying.
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 the coating is visible and consists of gum or starch-based substances per chapter notes to avoid reclassification
• Provide documentation proving end-use for book covers, as general coated fabrics may fall elsewhere
• Check fiber content labels to confirm over 50% man-made fibers like polyester or nylon