Heavy Printed Polyester-Cotton Duck Upholstery Fabric

Printed upholstery fabric of polyester staple fibers mixed mainly with cotton, weight exceeding 170 g/m², classified under HTS 5514.43.0040 for its duck weave (not plain) and printing. Used for heavy-duty furniture covering.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

5515.12.00Higher: 47% vs 35%

If mixed with man-made staple fibers other than cotton

Different fiber mixes fall under other polyester staple fabric headings.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If coated with plastics

Textile fabrics coated with PVC or similar move to Chapter 59.

5210.21Lower: 22.5% vs 35%

If unbleached or bleached, not printed

Processing stage determines subheadings within cotton-rich blends.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label fiber composition accurately per FTC rules for blends

Include weave analysis reports confirming duck structure

Watch for undervaluation penalties on heavy fabrics

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