Laminated Needleloom Furniture Upholstery Felt
Laminated needleloom furniture upholstery felt is a needleloom felt made from synthetic fibers, laminated with vinyl to provide durable backing and flame-retardant properties for sofas and chairs. This product is classified under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and the vinyl lamination is a secondary feature that does not alter the essential character of the textile.
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
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the vinyl lamination is the dominant component
Products where plastic is the essential character are classified in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the vinyl layer does not exceed 50% of the product's weight, as felt with more than 50% plastic is classified under Chapter 39
• Provide a sample or technical data sheet to the CBSA to show the needleloom felt is the primary component
• Ensure the felt is not considered 'made up' (e.g
• cut to furniture shape) which may affect classification
Related Products under Tariff item 5602.10.00
Automotive Needleloom Felt Insulation
Automotive needleloom felt insulation is a needleloom felt made from polyester fibers, mechanically bonded without weaving, designed for sound and thermal insulation in car interiors. It falls under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and it is not further processed with coatings or laminations, keeping it within this heading.
Automotive Needleloom Headliner Fabric
Automotive needleloom headliner fabric is a nonwoven textile produced by mechanically interlocking polyester fibers through a needleloom process, then laminated with a thin plastic layer to enhance durability and noise insulation. This product falls under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and the lamination with plastic does not exclude it because the textile material remains the essential character and the plastic layer is not a carrying medium.
Costume Making Needleloom Felt Fabric
Costume making needleloom felt fabric is a vibrant colored needleloom felt made from wool-blend fibers, used for theatrical costumes and cosplay. It falls under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and it is not impregnated, coated, or laminated, so it remains within this heading.
Craft Needleloom Felt Sheets
Craft needleloom felt sheets are colorful non-woven needleloom felt made from acrylic fibers for DIY crafts, sewing, and educational projects. They fall under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and they are not chemically treated or laminated, keeping them within this heading.
Furniture Upholstery Needleloom Felt Padding
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Geotextile Needleloom Felt for Drainage
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