Wool-Blend Jute Upholstery Fabric from China
A plain weave fabric made primarily from jute with over 17% wool content by weight, used for high-end upholstery. Classified under HTS 5311.00.20.00 due to its other vegetable fiber base (jute) blended with wool exceeding the 17% threshold. The wool adds softness and durability suitable for furniture covering.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify exact wool percentage via lab testing as required by statistical note (h) for combed/uncombed status
• Provide detailed fiber content declaration on commercial invoice to avoid reclassification