Cashmere Blend Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Luxurious upholstery fabric woven from 87% combed Kashmir goat cashmere (fine animal hair) weighing 135 g/m², ideal for high-end chair and ottoman coverings. It meets HTS 5112.11.10.00 criteria with over 85% fine animal hair, weight under 140 g/m², and upholstery purpose. The fabric's exceptional softness and warmth elevate furniture aesthetics.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Obtain certificates of origin specifying Kashmir goat source to validate fine animal hair per chapter definitions
• Test for clean yield moisture and impurity levels to prevent duty adjustments under US note (b)
• Label clearly as upholstery to distinguish from apparel uses that could trigger different chapters