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Embroidered Polyester Pillowcase Set from Germany

A pair of printed polyester pillowcases featuring delicate embroidery along the edges, designed for standard queen-size pillows. Classified under HTS 6302.22.10.20 as other bed linen of man-made fibers with embroidery, printed, and not napped. The man-made fiber composition and decorative embroidery work place it specifically in this subheading.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.9%

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

• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% man-made fibers via lab testing to avoid reclassification; ensure 'printed' decoration is clearly documented in invoices

• Common pitfall: mislabeling applique as embroidery can trigger audits