Heavy Carded Alpaca Upholstery Fabric

Upholstery fabric woven from carded fine animal hair (alpaca), with weight over 300 g/m², ideal for luxury furniture. HTS 5111.90.40.00 covers such heavy tapestry/upholstery from carded fine hair per chapter definitions.

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.

5112.11Lower: 35% vs 42%

If from combed fine animal hair

Combed fine hair fabrics move to 5112; carding level changes heading per chapter structure.

5907.00.60.00Lower: 35% vs 42%

If painted, printed, or jacquard-woven for upholstery

Chapter 59 covers textile fabrics painted, printed, or specifically jacquard for upholstery.

9401.61.60Lower: 35% vs 42%

If imported as complete upholstered furniture

Finished seats/upholstered articles classify in Chapter 94 by function, not fabric.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify fine animal hair type (alpaca per note a) with origin docs; common goats excluded

Declare exact weight per m²; importers often face audits if under-declared