Wool-Cotton Printed Upholstery Fabric from Japan
This heavy printed fabric blends 60% cotton with 40% wool, weighing 250 g/m², designed for upholstery in furniture like sofas and chairs. It falls under HTS 5212.25.10 as a woven cotton fabric exceeding 200 g/m², printed, and containing over 36% wool by weight. The wool adds durability and warmth, ideal for high-traffic home furnishings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify exact fiber content via lab testing to confirm 36%+ wool, as misdeclaration can lead to reclassification or penalties
• Provide detailed weave analysis and weight certification (g/m²) in documentation to meet Chapter 52 US note requirements
• Avoid common pitfalls like insufficient printing process proof; include dye fastness tests for customs scrutiny