Gum-Stiffened Journal Cover Cloth from Germany
Textile fabric stiffened with gum coating, used for outer covers of journals, notebooks, and sketchbooks. The amylaceous layer ensures shape retention and premium feel. Falls under HTS 5901.10.20.00 for other book cover fabrics.
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
• Submit binding invoices showing use in journal production to justify tariff shift
• Test for coating durability; fragile coatings may be reclassed as Chapter 50-55 fabrics
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on certain cotton base fabrics from specific countries