Dyed Poly-Cotton Sateen Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Sateen weave fabric dyed, with polyester staple fibers (<85%) mainly mixed with cotton, weight >170 g/m². HTS 5514.23.00 applies to this 'other' category dyed fabric in the polyester staple cotton series. Popular for furniture covers and cushions.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Specify sateen float pattern in technical sheets to avoid plain weave confusion
• For upholstery end-use, prepare for potential flammability certs under US import regs
• Batch-test color fastness to prevent rejections on dyeing uniformity