Hemp-Cotton-Polyester Upholstery Fabric from Japan
A durable woven upholstery fabric blending hemp (vegetable fiber), cotton, and polyester for furniture coverings. Classified under HTS 5311.00.30.90 due to its mixed composition of other vegetable fibers with cotton and man-made staples, excluding specialized weaves like poplin or sheeting. Meets statistical notes for combination weaves in chapter 53.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
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
Import Tips
• Document fiber breakdown (e.g
• 40% hemp, 30% cotton, 30% polyester) with mill test certificates
• Watch for reclassification if napped, as per note (f)
• Pitfall: Importing without yarn number specs can trigger customs queries on 'square construction'