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Hand-Loomed Indonesian Batik Men's Shirt from Germany

This men's shirt is crafted from man-made fibers using certified hand-looming techniques in traditional Indonesian batik patterns, featuring long sleeves and a full opening at the neckline. It qualifies for HTS 6205.30.10.00 as a folklore product under the special 640 provision due to its cultural hand-loomed construction and authentic ethnic design. Not knitted or crocheted, it fits Chapter 62 for made-up textile articles.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

12.2%

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

• Obtain certification documentation proving hand-loomed and folklore status from authorized bodies to claim the 640 provision and reduced duties

• Ensure fiber content is accurately labeled as man-made (e.g

• polyester) and provide origin certificates highlighting cultural authenticity

• Avoid misclassification by confirming no machine-loomed elements; common pitfall is lacking folklore certification leading to higher general rates