Wool-Rich Viscose Breeches from Germany
Men's riding breeches composed of 38% fine merino wool and 62% viscose (artificial fiber), featuring knee reinforcement for equestrian use. Fits HTS 6203.49.50.05 as breeches of artificial fibers with ≥36% wool, non-knitted made-up articles excluding swimwear. The blend qualifies due to wool dominance meeting the statistical suffix (447).
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
27.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%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 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide origin certificates for wool to comply with textile quota restrictions if applicable
• Label garments clearly with fiber content per FTC rules to prevent CBP holds
• Avoid classifying as pure wool (6203.41) if artificial fibers exceed chief weight