Heavyweight Blue Denim Polyester Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Heavyweight (250 gsm) woven blue denim fabric from 88% polyester staple fibers, ideal for sofa covers and automotive upholstery. It qualifies for HTS 5512.99.0010 as a high-synthetic staple fiber fabric in the blue denim statistical category (225). Provides fade-resistant denim aesthetic for interior applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify flame-retardancy if for contract upholstery to meet US safety standards (e.g
• NFPA 701)
• Declare as 'upholstery fabric' on entry but provide construction details to prevent classification as apparel fabric
• Bundle with care instructions and colorfastness test reports to support valuation and quality claims