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%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
• 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