Cotton-Spandex Multi-Color Upholstery Fabric from Japan
A robust 75% cotton / 25% spandex blend fabric at 220 g/m², woven with yarns of various colors for decorative patterns. Classified in HTS 5211.49.00 due to mixed composition <85% cotton, heavy weight, and other multi-color weave. Ideal for furniture upholstery and heavy drapes.
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
• Include detailed weave analysis to prove 'other fabrics' status, avoiding confusion with satin or twill subheadings
• Spandex elasticity requires stability testing for weight declaration post-processing
• Watch for blending thresholds; over 85% cotton shifts to 52.09/52.10