Textured Polyester Plaid Upholstery Fabric from China
This woven fabric consists of 90% textured polyester filaments of different colors in a plaid pattern, meeting the criteria for HTS 5407.53.20 as it exceeds 85% textured polyester content with multi-colored yarns. It is commonly used for furniture upholstery and heavy-duty applications.
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 via lab testing to confirm 85%+ textured polyester; ensure color variation documentation for 'yarns of different colors' classification
• Avoid mislabeling as uniform color to prevent reclassification