Furniture Upholstery Laminated Nonwoven from Japan
Flame-retardant nonwoven backing laminated with PVC film, exceeding 150 g/m², for sofa and chair upholstery. HTS 5603.94.30.00 covers this as laminated nonwoven per chapter scope.
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
• Comply with CPSC flammability regs (16 CFR 1632) for upholstered furniture
• Specify nonwoven vs. felt to avoid 5602 misclassification
• Invoice as 'fabric' not 'upholstery material' to prevent Chapter 94 shift