Napped (617)
Woven fabrics of synthetic staple fibers, containing less than 85 percent by weight of such fibers, mixed mainly or solely with cotton, of a weight exceeding 170 g/m²: > Unbleached or bleached: > 3-thread or 4-thread twill, including cross twill, of polyester staple fibers > Napped (617)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Products classified under HTS 5514.12.00.40
Napped Polyester-Cotton Twill Upholstery Fabric
This 3-thread twill fabric, weighing 220 g/m², contains 60% polyester staple fibers and 40% cotton, with a napped finish for enhanced softness and texture. It falls under HTS 5514.12.0040 due to its unbleached or bleached state, specific twill weave, polyester staple fiber mix under 85%, and weight exceeding 170 g/m². Commonly used for heavy-duty furniture upholstery.
Bleached Napped Poly-Cotton Twill Workwear Canvas
A durable 4-thread cross twill fabric at 190 g/m², blending 70% polyester staple fibers with 30% cotton, bleached and napped for a brushed surface ideal for work pants. Classified under HTS 5514.12.0040 for its unbleached/bleached status, twill construction, synthetic staple mix <85% with cotton, and heavy weight. Perfect for industrial uniforms.
Unbleached Napped Polyester-Cotton Twill Bag Fabric
Heavy unbleached 3-thread twill at 240 g/m² with 65% polyester staple and 35% cotton, napped for grip and durability in tote bags. Meets HTS 5514.12.0040 criteria: synthetic staple <85% mainly with cotton, twill weave, weight >170 g/m², napped. Used for rugged reusable shopping bags.
Napped Brushed Poly-Cotton Twill for Curtain Lining
Bleached 4-thread twill fabric, 205 g/m², 55% polyester staple fibers mixed with 45% cotton, napped for thermal insulation in curtain backings. Fits HTS 5514.12.0040 as unbleached/bleached napped twill of polyester staple <85% with cotton, >170 g/m². Provides blackout and warmth properties.
Heavy Napped Poly-Cotton Cross Twill Auto Seat Fabric
Unbleached 230 g/m² 3-thread cross twill, 75% polyester staple and 25% cotton, napped for comfort in vehicle upholstery. Precisely matches HTS 5514.12.0040: polyester staple dominant but <85% with cotton, twill, heavy weight, napped. Designed for automotive interiors.
Napped Polyester-Cotton Twill Tarp Material
Bleached 215 g/m² 4-thread twill fabric with 68% polyester staple fibers and 32% cotton, napped for water resistance in tarpaulins. Classifies to HTS 5514.12.0040 for its composition, weave, weight, and napped texture per Chapter 55 notes.
Brushed Napped Poly-Cotton Twill Blanket Backing
Unbleached heavy 195 g/m² cross twill, 62% polyester staple mixed solely with cotton, napped for plush feel in quilt backings. HTS 5514.12.0040 applies due to twill weave, specific fiber mix <85%, weight threshold, and napped (617) finish.
Industrial Napped Poly-Cotton Twill Cover Cloth
Bleached 4-thread twill at 255 g/m², 72% polyester staple fibers with 28% cotton, napped for machine covers. Directly under HTS 5514.12.0040 for unbleached/bleached napped polyester-cotton twill >170 g/m².