Sisal-Cotton-Spandex Upholstery Fabric from China
A durable woven blend of sisal (agave vegetable fiber), cotton, and spandex man-made fibers designed for upholstery applications. Classified under HTS 5311.00.30 due to sisal as the other vegetable textile fiber mixed with cotton and man-made spandex for stretch. Ideal for furniture covering with natural texture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Submit fiber composition certificates showing sisal > cotton/man-made to justify 5311 classification
• Declare intended end-use as upholstery to prevent reclassification as apparel fabric
• Watch for anti-dumping duties on specific vegetable fiber blends from certain origins