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Heavy Dyed Nylon Taffeta Upholstery Fabric from Germany

Dyed taffeta weave nylon fabric over 170 g/m² with ≥85% polyamide filaments, ideal for furniture upholstery and marine covers. Classified in 5407.42.00.60 for its synthetic filament base, dyed state, and exceeding weight threshold per woven fabric definitions. Not poplin/broadcloth due to weave and weight specs in statistical notes.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

14.9%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Declare weave as taffeta (not plain) to match statistical note (a) for specific weaves

• Include dyeing process documentation to confirm uniform color application post-weaving

• Avoid bulk packaging misdeclaration; retail-ready rolls may need set classification review