Napped Polyester Oxford Cloth for Upholstery

Napped finish polyester oxford cloth woven from 97% staple fibers, allowed under chapter notes as oxford isn't excluded for napping like some poplin types. Classified in HTS 5512.99.0045 for its specific oxford basketweave construction >170 g/m². Ideal for furniture covers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China12%+35.0%47%
🇲🇽Mexico12%+10.0%22%
🇨🇦Canada12%+10.0%22%
🇩🇪Germany12%+10.0%22%
🇯🇵Japan12%+10.0%22%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5512.99.00Same rate: 47%

If not specifically 'oxford cloth' but other woven types

Non-oxford fabrics in this category fall under the residual 5512.99.0090 subheading.

5609.00.40Lower: 38.9% vs 47%

If heavily napped resembling felt or impregnated

Impregnated or coated nonwovens shift to Chapter 56, away from staple fiber wovens.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 47%

If imported as finished upholstery panels vs. bulk fabric

Made-up textile articles like cut panels classify under Chapter 63, not raw fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Document napping process doesn't alter base weave; CBP accepts napped oxford if core structure matches statistical notes

Use commercial invoices specifying end-use (upholstery) to support valuation and avoid apparel misclassification

Test for yarn number to ensure not meeting broadcloth exclusions in note (a)(ii)

Related Products under HTS 5512.99.00.45

100% Polyester Oxford Cloth Fabric

This is a plain weave woven fabric made from 100% polyester staple fibers, weighing over 170 g/m² with a basketweave structure characteristic of oxford cloth, containing 85% or more synthetic staple fibers. It qualifies under HTS 5512.99.0045 as oxford cloth, distinct from poplin or broadcloth due to its specific construction not meeting the exclusions in statistical note (a). Commonly used for shirts and upholstery.

Polyester-Cotton Oxford Cloth Blend (90/10)

Woven oxford cloth fabric composed of 90% polyester staple fibers and 10% cotton, meeting the 85%+ synthetic staple fiber threshold. Its basketweave structure and weight distinguish it as oxford cloth under HTS 5512.99.0045 per chapter notes. Used in durable workwear shirting.

Heavyweight Acrylic Oxford Cloth Fabric

100% acrylic staple fiber oxford cloth, heavyweight >170 g/m² with distinct basketweave, fitting HTS 5512.99.0045 as synthetic staple fiber fabric ≥85%. Acrylic provides UV resistance for outdoor applications per chapter definitions.

Marine-Grade Polyester Oxford Cloth

UV-stabilized polyester staple oxford cloth at 92% synthetic content, classified under HTS 5512.99.0045 for oxford-specific statistical note (227). Basketweave construction excludes it from printcloth or cheesecloth definitions.

Dress Shirt Oxford Cloth (Polyester Staple)

Fine oxford cloth from polyester staple fibers (88%), plain-over-plain basketweave for dress shirts, meeting HTS 5512.99.0045 criteria excluding poplin/broadcloth specs in note (a). Lightweight yet durable.

Industrial Polyester Oxford Filter Cloth

Polyester staple oxford weave fabric for industrial filtration, 95% synthetic, HTS 5512.99.0045 due to specific oxford designation despite end-use. Construction matches statistical notes.