Nonwoven Imitation Leather Upholstery from Germany
Synthetic suede-like nonwoven (110 g/m²) from nylon filaments, covered with a polyurethane-mineral composite for furniture upholstery. Under HTS 5603.13.0010 for 'imitation suede' or similar coverings beyond plastics/rubber on qualifying nonwovens. Provides durable, breathable seating surfaces.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Confirm no full embedding of nonwoven in coating via cross-section analysis for Chapter 39 avoidance
• Use invoices specifying 'nonwoven base' to differentiate from true leather Chapter 41
• Watch for set sales with foam; may classify as furniture parts in 9401