Nylon-Wool Printed Upholstery Fabric from China
Durable printed fabric woven from nylon filament yarns blended with 42% wool, used for furniture upholstery with geometric prints. HTS 5407.94.05 applies as it's a printed synthetic filament fabric with sufficient wool content. Wool enhances flame resistance while nylon provides strength.
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
• Test for wool percentage precisely; upholstery often scrutinized for fire safety fiber blends
• Declare intended end-use as upholstery to prevent misclassification as apparel fabric
• Ensure no coating; coated versions require Chapter 59 declaration to avoid duties disputes