Panama Sewn Active Leggings from Germany
Women's high-waisted active leggings knitted in U.S., cut and sewn in Panama with U.S. thread, entered under HTS 9822.09.61 per U.S. note 39. Duty applies only to assembly value, excluding U.S. knit fabric and thread costs for chapter 61 sportswear. Enables cost-competitive athletic apparel imports.
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
• Certify U.S. knitting process documentation; ensure elastic waistband assembly in Panama; comply with activewear fiber content labeling; verify thread formation certificates