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Automotive Seat Wadding Pads

Pre-cut wadding pads of synthetic textile fibers for vehicle seat cushioning layers. HTS 5601.29.00 as other wadding articles for industrial end-use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³China4%+37.5%41.5%
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½Mexico4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦Canada4%+10.0%14%
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFree+10.0%10%
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFree+12.5%12.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

9401Lower: 12.5% vs 41.5%

If parts of seats for vehicles

Vehicle seat parts including padding classified in Chapter 94.

5603.94Lower: 12.5% vs 41.5%

If nonwoven composite sheets

Processed nonwoven wadding equivalents in heading 5603.

4010Lower: 15.8% vs 41.5%

If cellular rubber content dominates

Rubber conveyor belts and similar include padding in Chapter 40.

Not sure which classification is right?

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

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Include automotive spec sheets showing flammability compliance

β€’ Declare as parts, not finished seats, for correct Chapter 56 classification

β€’ Avoid lamination that triggers Chapter 39/40 exclusions

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