TPU Coated Spandex Fabric for Apparel from Germany
Polyester-spandex blend fabric coated with thermoplastic polyurethane for water-resistant activewear. Visible TPU coating qualifies under 5903 for coated man-made textiles, other than 5902. Subheading 5903.90.25.00 for general other types.
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 spandex <20% doesn't shift material heading; document blends
• Apparel end-use doesn't change fabric classification; declare as greige
• Watch for partial coating designs pushing to chapter 55 per note