Heavy Cotton Sateen Upholstery Fabric

This unbleached woven cotton fabric contains over 85% cotton by weight and weighs more than 200 g/m², classified under HTS 5209.19.00.20 due to its sateen weave structure and unbleached state. It is specifically designed for upholstery applications like sofas and chairs, providing a smooth, lustrous surface typical of sateens.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China6.5%+35.0%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇨🇦Canada6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇩🇪Germany6.5%+10.0%16.5%
🇯🇵Japan6.5%+10.0%16.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5209.29.00.20Higher: 42.7% vs 41.5%

If bleached or lightly scoured

Bleaching moves sateens to the bleached subheading 5209.29, altering duty rates.

5210.19Lower: 20.2% vs 41.5%

If cotton content 65-85%

Lower cotton percentage classifies under Chapter 52 heading 5210 for mixed fabrics.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 41.5%

If made from synthetic filament yarns

Synthetic sateen fabrics fall under Chapter 54 man-made filaments.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fabric weight exceeds 200 g/m² and cotton content >85% via lab testing for accurate classification

Obtain mill test certificates confirming unbleached status and sateen weave to avoid reclassification

Beware of bleaching during processing which shifts to 5209.29 subheading, triggering audits

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