Multi-Color Poly-Cotton Twill Upholstery Fabric from China

A 220 g/m² twill weave fabric blending 70% polyester staple fibers with 30% cotton, featuring yarns of different colors for a heathered effect. Classified in HTS 5514.30.33.90 for its polyester staple dominance, weight over 170 g/m², and mixed cotton content. Ideal for heavy-duty furniture upholstery.

Duty Rate — China → United States

47%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%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
9903.88.0325%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)

Import Tips

Conduct grammage tests to prove >170 g/m², preventing downgrade to lighter fabric subheadings

Document yarn color variations with swatches to justify 'yarns of different colors' criteria

Avoid common pitfalls by ensuring no multiple or cabled yarns that could mimic sheeting exclusions