Imitation Suede Nonwoven Fabric from Japan
A nonwoven fabric weighing 40 g/m², impregnated with polyurethane to mimic the texture and appearance of genuine suede leather. It falls under HTS 5603.92.0010 as a nonwoven material over 25 g/m² but not exceeding 70 g/m², coated with a material other than rubber or plastics as specified in the heading exclusions. Commonly used in fashion for lining and apparel.
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
• Verify weight per m² (25-70 g) with lab testing to confirm classification; exceeding 70 g/m² shifts to 5603.93
• Document coating composition to prove it's not primarily plastics/rubber, avoiding reclassification to Chapter 39
• Label as 'imitation suede' if marketed as such, per statistical note (223), for accurate reporting