Merino Wool Stitchbonded Panels from China

Pre-cut panels of stitch-bonded Merino wool fiber fabric for upholstery and automotive applications. Falls under HTS 5602.10.90.10 due to stitch-bonding process using web fibers for cohesion, of fine animal hair. Untreated surface.

Duty Rate — China → United States

45.6%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)

Import Tips

Use photos and technical specs showing stitch-bonding to counter potential Chapter 59 claims

Segment statistical code (414) requires accurate weight declarations for wool content

For panels, specify 'not for retail sale' to avoid consumer goods duties