Cotton Baby Mittens from Germany
Soft knitted cotton mittens designed for infants under 86 cm in height to prevent scratching. These are classified under HTS 6111.20.60 as babies' clothing accessories made of cotton, not covered by specific subheadings for bodysuits or dresses. They fit Chapter 61 for made-up knitted articles for babies.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify baby garment status by confirming body height limit of 86 cm with manufacturer specs and label accordingly
• Provide fiber content certificates showing at least 70% cotton to avoid reclassification to man-made fibers
• Avoid common pitfalls like missing child safety labels or incorrect size declarations leading to duties