Nylon Velvet Upholstery Fabric
Nylon velvet upholstery fabric is a cut pile weft pile fabric made from nylon man-made fibres, featuring a plush surface used for furniture covering. The pile is formed by extra weft threads that are cut after weaving, placing it under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres. It is not classified under headings 58.02 or 58.06.
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 pile is formed by warp yarns (warp pile fabric)
Warp pile fabrics, including velvet, are classified under a different subheading within heading 58.01.
If the fabric is impregnated, coated, covered or laminated with plastics
Chapter 58 excludes fabrics treated with plastics, which fall under Chapter 59.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the velvet is a weft pile fabric, not a warp pile fabric, to ensure correct classification under 5801.33.00
• Provide CBSA with a fibre analysis certificate if requested, as nylon is a man-made fibre
• Ensure the fabric is not coated or laminated with plastics or rubber, which would shift classification to Chapter 39 or 40
Related Products under Tariff item 5801.33.00
Acrylic Chenille Curtain Fabric
Acrylic chenille curtain fabric is a woven fabric where chenille yarns, formed by weft insertion, create a caterpillar-like pile texture. This construction qualifies it as a weft pile fabric of man-made fibres under tariff item 5801.33.00, excluding those covered by headings 58.02 or 58.06. It is typically used for decorative window treatments.
Polyester Terry Cloth Fabric
Polyester terry cloth fabric is a weft pile fabric made from man-made polyester fibres, featuring uncut loops on one side, similar to towel material. It falls under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres, as it is not classified under heading 58.02 (terry towelling) or 58.06. The loop pile is formed by weft yarns during weaving.
Polyester Uncutt Corduroy Fabric
Polyester uncut corduroy fabric is a weft pile fabric with characteristic ridges formed by floats, where the pile is uncut. It is made from man-made polyester fibres and is used for apparel and crafts. This product falls under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres, distinguished from cut pile velvet by its uncut floats.
Polypropylene Loop Pile Upholstery
Polypropylene loop pile upholstery is a durable weft pile fabric made from polypropylene fibres, featuring loops that provide texture and water resistance for outdoor furniture. It falls under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres. The loop pile is created by weft yarns during weaving, and it is not classified under headings 58.02 or 58.06.
Rayon Plush Toy Lining Fabric
Rayon plush toy lining fabric is a soft weft pile fabric made from rayon man-made fibres, with a dense cut pile used as lining for stuffed animals. The pile is created by extra weft threads that are sheared after weaving, placing it under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres. It is not classified under headings 58.02 or 58.06.
Viscose Flocked Weft Pile Fabric
Viscose flocked weft pile fabric is a man-made viscose fabric with a flocked weft pile surface, used for decorative wall coverings. The flock fibres are attached to a weft pile base, and the product falls under tariff item 5801.33.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibres. It is not classified under headings 58.02 or 58.06.