Upholstery Grade Cotton-Rayon Dyed Sateen from Japan
Luxury sateen weave fabric blending 80% cotton with 20% rayon (man-made), dyed maroon, 240 g/m² for sofa covers. HTS 5211.39.00.90 applies to this 'other' dyed heavy mixed cotton fabric, as sateen is not a listed specialty. Rayon counts as man-made fiber per tariff definitions.
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
• Distinguish rayon as man-made (regenerated cellulose) in documentation for accurate Chapter 52 placement
• Heavyweight certification crucial; under-declare risks lighter duty but audit penalties
• Eco-dye certifications aid green claims but don't affect HTS