Egyptian Cotton Full Pillow Protector from Germany
An encasing pillow protector made from high-thread-count Egyptian cotton to shield against allergens, fully zippered. Falls under HTS 6302.31.9050 as other cotton bed linen, not napped, specifically for pillow protection rather than standard cases. Distinguished from table or toilet linens.
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
• Specify 'protector' vs 'sham' in docs; shams may go to 6302.31.6010 if decorative
• Ensure hypoallergenic claims are substantiated to prevent FTC violations post-import
• Track origin-specific duties; Egyptian cotton often faces lower safeguards than Asian sources