Bleached Oxford Cloth for Upholstery from Japan
Bleached oxford weave cloth from polyester staple fibers, designed for upholstery with durable >170 g/m² weight. Precisely matches HTS 5516.91.00.70 for unbleached/bleached oxford of artificial staple fibers, excluding napped broadcloths per notes.
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
• Certify no multiple/cabled yarns if over certain numbers to avoid sheeting exclusions
• Use commercial invoices detailing end-use as upholstery
• Pitfall: Blends exceeding 15% non-artificial fibers