Polyester Fleece Throw Blanket from Germany
A soft, warm polyester fleece throw blanket designed for home use, featuring synthetic fibers throughout its construction. It falls under HTS 6301.40.00.20 as a blanket (other than electric) made entirely of synthetic fibers, not specified elsewhere in the subheading. This classification applies to non-electric traveling rugs or blankets of polyester or similar synthetics.
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
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% synthetic fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 6301.40
• Include detailed invoices specifying 'non-electric blanket' to avoid misclassification as electric blankets
• Watch for common pitfalls like importing in retail packaging, which may trigger quota restrictions