Poly-Cotton Twill Fabric for Automotive Upholstery from Japan
Printed twill weave poly-cotton fabric exceeding 170 g/m², <85% polyester staple mixed with cotton, designed for car seat covers. Fits HTS 5514.43.0020 per its weave, weight, print, and Chapter 55 specs on synthetic staple blends. Abrasion-resistant for vehicle interiors.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify flame-retardant compliance if for vehicles; non-compliant may face FDA-like scrutiny
• Document end-use as industrial fabric to avoid retail set misclassification
• Test for colorfastness post-printing to prevent bleed claims at entry