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Striped Poly-Rayon Upholstery Lining from Germany

Woven upholstery lining fabric of polyester staple fibers mixed primarily with viscose rayon staple fibers, using differently colored yarns in stripes, not jacquard or denim. Classified in HTS 5515.11.00.05 for its specific yarn color and material criteria. Used as backing for furniture and cushions.

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

• Document stripe pattern as simple weave (not jacquard) with photos to affirm classification

• Obtain mill test reports for fiber blend to counter potential reclass to uniform color codes