Polyester Quilt Batting from Japan
Polyester quilt batting is a thick, lofty layer of bonded polyester fibers used as filling in quilts and comforters. It falls under HTS 5601.22.00.91 as wadding of man-made fibers, specifically categorized as 'other' wadding articles not exceeding typical flock lengths when processed.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content is 100% polyester or predominantly man-made to avoid reclassification under cotton wadding (5601.21)
• Provide lab tests confirming fiber length does not exceed 5 mm if flocked; otherwise, ensure documentation shows wadding structure