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%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 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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