Horsehair Layering Mats from China
Thin mats of horsehair put up as a layer with minimal supporting fabric, used in mattress stuffing. Fits HTS 0511.99.33.00 explicitly as horsehair put up as a layer with or without support. Ideal for upholstery and bedding industries.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include technical specs showing 'put up as layer' to justify 0511 over raw 0501 classification
• Comply with textile flammability standards if destined for furniture use in importing country
• Prevent duty evasion by not overstating support material, which could shift to Chapter 59