Cotton-Polyester Sateen Upholstery Fabric from Germany
A durable, dyed sateen weave fabric over 200 g/m², blending less than 85% cotton with polyester for furniture upholstery. Its lustrous surface and heavy weight provide abrasion resistance suitable for sofas and chairs. Fits HTS 5211.39.0020 as a dyed, other sateen cotton-man-made mix exceeding weight threshold.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify MMF content via AATCC testing; misstated blends lead to duty adjustments
• Document end-use as upholstery to support classification if questioned
• Avoid common error of classifying as apparel fabric, which falls under different chapters