Merino Wool-Polyester Upholstery Weave
A lightweight woven upholstery fabric made from carded Merino wool blended mainly with polyester staple fibres, weighing under 140 g/m². Designed for chairs and sofas, it offers elasticity and durability, and is classified under tariff item 5111.30.00 as a woven fabric of carded wool mixed mainly with man-made staple fibres.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric contains no man-made fibres
This subheading covers woven fabrics of carded wool without man-made fibre content.
If the fabric is mixed mainly with fine animal hair
This subheading covers carded wool fabrics mixed mainly with fine animal hair.
If the upholstery fabric is coated or laminated with plastics
Textile fabrics coated or laminated with plastics are classified in Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Merino wool is a natural sheep fibre and qualifies as wool under Chapter 51 note 1(a)
• The fabric must weigh less than 140 g/m²; heavier upholstery fabrics may be classified under other subheadings
• Ensure polyester staple content is less than wool content by weight
Related Products under Tariff item 5111.30.00
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A woven upholstery fabric exceeding 300 g/m², made from carded alpaca wool (a fine animal hair) mixed solely with acrylic staple fibres. It is designed for luxury chair coverings and falls under this tariff item as a woven fabric of carded fine animal hair mixed mainly with man-made staple fibres.
Angora Goat Wool Blend Upholstery
A lightweight woven upholstery fabric made from carded Angora goat fine animal hair blended mainly with man-made staple fibres, weighing under 140 g/m². The fuzzy texture provides a luxurious feel for premium seating, and the product falls under tariff item 5111.30.00 as a woven fabric of carded fine animal hair mixed mainly with man-made staples.
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