Dyed Napped Cotton-Spandex Twill Upholstery Fabric from Japan
A robust 75% cotton / 25% spandex blend fabric exceeding 200 g/m², dyed in solid colors with 4-thread cross twill weave and napped for a soft, insulating texture used in heavy-duty upholstery. The napped surface enhances thermal properties and abrasion resistance. Classified under HTS 5211.32.0040 for its mixed fibers, weight, dyed twill, and napping.
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
• Document exact man-made fiber percentage (e.g
• spandex) as blends over 15% trigger this subheading
• Measure and certify fabric weight post-scouring to ensure >200 g/m² compliance
• Avoid common pitfall of mislabeling twill type; provide lab photos of 3/4-thread structure