Returned American Fashion Designer Sample Garments from Germany
Calvin Klein sample garments manufactured in Los Angeles, exported for Paris Fashion Week presentation and returned unchanged for US production. Falls under 9801.00.10.10 for fashion show temporary use.
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
• Designers provide show invitations and front-row documentation
• Garments must be marked 'Sample - Not for Sale' consistently
• Fashion industry uses established sample return procedures