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Flax-Polyester Upholstery Fabric from Japan

Durable 75% flax 25% polyester blend woven for furniture upholstery, twill weave 280 g/m². Classified HTS 5309.29.40 as other flax fabrics <85% flax, beyond basic plain weaves. Provides natural texture with synthetic durability.

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

• Certify weight >200 g/m² prevents misclassification as lightweight categories; specify twill/satin weave excludes plain weave subheadings; flame retardant treatments may require Chapter 59