Jacquard Poly-Cotton Blend Upholstery Lining from Japan
A 140 g/m² jacquard woven fabric mixing 75% polyester staple with 25% cotton, using yarns of different colors for decorative patterns suitable as upholstery lining. Classified in HTS 5513.39.0111 for its <85% synthetic staple-cotton mix, lightweight, multicolor yarn jacquard weave. Used in furniture and curtain backings.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include commercial invoices specifying exact fiber percentages and g/m² weight to match 5513 criteria
• Avoid common pitfall of classifying as 100% cotton if poly content >15%; require certified test reports
• Declare intended end-use as fabric, not made-up articles, to prevent shift to Chapter 63