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Automotive Poly-Cotton Dyed Seat Fabric from Japan

Dyed fabric for car seats, polyester staple (<85%) mainly cotton, >170 g/m², twill weave. HTS 5514.23.00 for other dyed polyester staple cotton fabrics. Designed for durability in vehicle interiors.

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 abrasion resistance specs (e.g

• Martindale) for industrial end-use claims

• Separate from upholstery sets to avoid Chapter 94 reclass

• Certify low-VOC dyes for auto industry standards