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Synthetic Fiber Upholstery Padding

Compressed wadding of mixed polyester/acrylic fibers for furniture padding. Other wadding under 5601.29.00.90, not yet formed into felt.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China4%+37.5%41.5%
🇲🇽Mexico4%+10.0%14%
🇨🇦Canada4%+10.0%14%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

9403Lower: 12.5% vs 41.5%

If Made-up padding for seats becomes furniture parts.

Pre-shaped articles classify as furniture components.

5603.93.00Lower: 37.5% vs 41.5%

If plastic laminated version

Laminated nonwovens visible to eye go to 5603 or 39.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Distinguish from foam via fiber content declaration over 50% textile

• Avoid lamination that triggers Chapter 39 exclusion

• Use density specs to prove wadding vs nonwoven