Cotton Pillow Shell from Germany
Unfilled cotton pillowcases or shells designed to hold pillow inserts, often quilted for structure. Classified in HTS 6307.90.89 as explicitly listed cotton pillow shells, distinct from filled pillows.
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 'shell' or 'unfilled' on invoices to avoid classification as bedding in 6302
• Provide construction details (e.g
• stitched seams) for customs verification
• Ensure no filling material to prevent reclassification as complete pillows