Textured Polyester Upholstery Fabric from Japan
This flat woven fabric consists of 85% or more textured polyester filaments of different colors, weighing under 170 g/m², suitable for furniture upholstery. It meets HTS 5407.53.20.20 as a flat fabric (619) due to its plain weave construction without excessive yarn twist and multi-color yarn composition. Primarily used in home decor for sofas and chairs.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify yarn composition via lab tests to confirm ≥85% textured polyester filaments; declarations must match statistical note (a) for weave exclusivity
• Provide detailed weave specs (ends/picks per cm, yarn twist <472 turns/m) to avoid reclassification as non-flat fabrics