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
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If bleached or lightly scoured
Bleaching moves sateens to the bleached subheading 5209.29, altering duty rates.
If cotton content 65-85%
Lower cotton percentage classifies under Chapter 52 heading 5210 for mixed fabrics.
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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