Polyester Plaid Upholstery Fabric from Japan
This woven fabric is made from polyester staple fibers using yarns of different colors in a plaid pattern, excluding blue denim or jacquard weave. It weighs over 170 g/m² and is designed for upholstery applications. Classified under 5515.19.00.05 due to its multi-color yarn composition and synthetic staple fiber base.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Verify yarn color variation and staple fiber content via lab tests for accurate classification; ensure weight exceeds 170 g/m² if claiming upholstery use
• Common pitfall: misclassifying as jacquard if pattern appears complex