Flame-Retardant Acrylic Nonwoven Facing from Japan
Chemical-bonded nonwoven facing from acrylic filaments, 12 g/m², treated with phosphorous-based FR compound for mattress ticking. HTS 5603.11.00.10 covers this lightweight, impregnated man-made filament nonwoven with FR beyond plastics. Enhances fire safety in upholstery.
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
• Include 16 CFR 1633 flammability certs; non-compliant facings rejected for furniture use
• Declare FR agent explicitly to justify 'other material' vs plastic coating