Napped Cotton Upholstery Sheeting Fabric from Japan
Unbleached plain weave sheeting with napped finish for furniture, >85% cotton, >200 g/m². Falls under HTS 5209.11.00.50 as napped heavyweight sheeting offering plush seating texture. Used in cushions and sofas for comfort.
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
• Test GSM after boiling to remove sizing per US notes; ensure selvage exclusion in weave checks
• Avoid reclass as lighter decor fabric