Silk Velour Knitted Upholstery Fabric
Luxurious velour fabric knitted from 88% silk yarns, featuring 12+ stitches per cm vertically, for high-end upholstery. It is classified here as a knitted fabric of silk, not elsewhere specified, as it is not a pile fabric of heading 60.01.
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 |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the fabric is unbleached or bleached
More specific subheading for knitted fabrics of silk, unbleached or bleached.
If the fabric is dyed
More specific subheading for knitted fabrics of silk, dyed.
If the fabric is of yarns of different colours
More specific subheading for knitted fabrics of silk, of yarns of different colours.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the fabric is not a pile fabric, which would fall under heading 60.01
• Ensure it is not coated or laminated with plastics or rubber, which would exclude it from Chapter 60
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