Carded Merino Wool Upholstery Fabric

A premium upholstery fabric woven from carded Merino wool exceeding 85% wool content, ideal for sofas and armchairs. Classified under HTS 5111.19.10.00 as it meets the criteria for carded wool fabrics specified for tapestry and upholstery uses in the tariff hierarchy. Its soft texture and natural resilience suit luxury interior applications.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5111.11Lower: 35% vs 42%

If made from combed rather than carded wool

Processing method (combed wool) places it in the combed wool heading of Chapter 51.

5702.50.40.00Lower: 41.3% vs 42%

If woven as 'kelem, schumacks, karamanie' style rugs

Specific tapestry styles for floor coverings fall under Chapter 57 carpets and textiles.

6210.10.50Lower: 17.5% vs 42%

If cut and sewn into upholstery covers as garments

Transformation into apparel-like items for furnishings shifts to Chapter 62 other made-up textiles.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Provide lab tests for clean yield calculation, accounting for moisture (12%) and vegetable matter as defined in US notes

Ensure declaration specifies 'carded wool' to distinguish from combed varieties in other subheadings

Avoid common error of importing in bulk rolls without upholstery end-use declaration, risking general fabric classification

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This is a woven tapestry fabric made from 100% carded wool, containing over 85% wool by weight, designed specifically for upholstery applications in furniture. It falls under HTS 5111.19.10.00 due to its high wool content and classification as tapestry or upholstery fabric per chapter notes defining wool as natural fiber from sheep. The intricate weave pattern mimics traditional tapestries, providing durability for high-traffic seating.

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