Textured Polyester Upholstery Fabric - Multi-Color from China
This heavy woven fabric, weighing over 170 g/m², consists of 85% or more textured polyester filaments in yarns of different colors, ideal for furniture upholstery. It falls under HTS 5407.53.20.60 due to its high weight, textured polyester composition, and multi-color yarn structure as defined in chapter 54 notes for woven synthetic fabrics. Commonly used in sofas and chairs for durability.
Duty Rate — China → United States
49.5%
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
• Verify yarn composition exceeds 85% textured polyester via lab testing to avoid reclassification; ensure weight certification over 170 g/m² with mill documentation
• Declare multi-color yarns accurately to prevent undervaluation penalties