Furniture Upholstery Felt Laminated with Foam Backing from China
Rayon-polyester felt laminated with thin polyurethane foam sheet for cushioning in sofa backing. Classifies in HTS 5602.90.30.00 as felt laminated with plastics (foam), visible, textile >50%. Enhances durability in furniture.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Distinguish foam as 'laminate' not 'bonding substance' to stay in 5602
• Weight certificates mandatory for content verification
• Bulk vs retail packaging impacts no classification but logistics