Dyed Polyester-Merino Wool Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Heavyweight dyed upholstery fabric with 52% polyester staple fibers and 48% merino wool, plain weave over 170g/m². HTS 5516.32.05 for dyed blends meeting 36%+ wool threshold and chapter 55 notes.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
25%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Certify flame retardancy if for commercial upholstery to meet US safety standards
• Avoid bulk packaging pitfalls; retail-wrapped bolts may classify differently
• Track yarn number averages to exclude from poplin/broadcloth if >26