Heavy Dyed Cotton-Wool Upholstery Fabric from Japan
This upholstery-grade fabric, over 200 g/m², is woven from non-combed cotton with 36% wool, evenly dyed for furniture applications. Classified in HTS 5212.23.10.10 for its dyed state and wool-cotton composition exceeding the animal hair threshold. It provides a luxurious texture for home furnishings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
16.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber analysis to document wool content; discrepancies can lead to duty adjustments
• Declare fabric width and construction details to match 'woven fabrics of cotton' definition
• Be cautious of end-use claims; classification based on objective characteristics, not upholstery intent