Napped Polyester-Cotton Twill Upholstery Fabric from Germany
This printed woven fabric blends polyester staple fibers with cotton, weighing over 170 g/m², featuring a 3-thread twill weave and napped finish for a soft texture. It falls under HTS 5514.42.0040 due to its mixed fiber composition (less than 85% polyester), printed design, twill structure, and napping. Commonly used for heavy-duty furniture upholstery.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
14.9%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content via lab test to confirm <85% polyester mixed mainly with cotton; discrepancies lead to reclassification
• Provide weave analysis proving 3/4-thread twill and napped finish, plus weight certification >170 g/m²
• Ensure printing is on one or both sides; include mill certificates to avoid delays from informal entries