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Wool-Rich Viscose Printed Upholstery Fabric from Japan

Printed woven fabric with 55% viscose staple fibers and 42% wool, engineered for durable upholstery in luxury furniture. It meets HTS 5516.34.05 criteria: printed, under 85% artificial fibers mixed with wool over 36%, offering a soft handfeel with geometric patterns. Ideal for sofas and chairs requiring wool's natural resilience.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

19.7%

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

• Test for wool content accuracy since upholstery often faces wear scrutiny; declare as 'for upholstery use' to support end-use claims

• Common pitfall: incorrect width measurement affecting statistical suffixes

• Ensure flame-retardant treatments don't trigger Chapter 59