PVC Upholstery Trim Waste from Japan
Cuttings from flexible PVC artificial leather used in furniture upholstery, predominantly vinyl chloride polymers. Classified under 3915.30.00.00 as PVC scrap following polymer content rules. Pattern-matching rejects and edge trimmings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Separate fabric backings before export; test PVC layer composition; avoid 5903 classification for textile-coated plastics