Polyester-Cotton Printed Twill Upholstery Fabric

This heavy woven fabric exceeds 170 g/m² and contains polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, featuring a printed 3-thread twill pattern. It is classified under HTS 5514.42.0020 due to its printed design, twill weave, polyester staple fiber content under 85%, and non-napped finish. Commonly used for durable furniture coverings.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China14.9%+35.0%49.9%
🇲🇽Mexico14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇨🇦Canada14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇩🇪Germany14.9%+10.0%24.9%
🇯🇵Japan14.9%+10.0%24.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5514.43.00Lower: 35% vs 49.9%

If napped or pile finish

Napped versions of the same twill weave shift to 5514.43.00 per statistical notes excluding napped fabrics from this subheading.

5211.42Lower: 18.1% vs 49.9%

If 85% or more cotton with minor polyester

Higher cotton content (>85%) classifies under Chapter 52 woven cotton fabrics rather than synthetic staple mixtures in Chapter 55.

5903.90Lower: 12.7% vs 49.9%

If coated or laminated for waterproofing

Textile fabrics impregnated, coated, or laminated move to Chapter 59, altering classification from plain woven to treated fabrics.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm <85% polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, as mislabeling can lead to reclassification

Provide weave analysis documentation proving 3-thread or 4-thread twill structure to avoid disputes during customs examination

Ensure weight certificates show >170 g/m² and note 'printed' status with colorfastness tests for dyed patterns