Cotton-Polyester Sateen Upholstery Fabric from China
Unbleached sateen fabric with 75% cotton and 25% polyester, at 250 g/m², designed for heavy-duty upholstery with its durable warp-faced weave. Classified in HTS 5211.19.00.20 for unbleached, heavy mixed cotton sateens per chapter weave notes. The high weight and luster make it suitable for furniture coverings.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Document average yarn number using HTS formulas (e.g
• BT/Z) to support cotton fabric classification
• Include mill certificates confirming unbleached status and no chemical processing beyond sizing
• Watch for quantitative restrictions if any cotton content originates from quota-limited countries