Furniture Interliner Padding

Polyester staple fiber nonwoven padding created by mechanical needling, over 150 g/m², layered between furniture fabric and foam for shape retention. HTS 5603.94.90.50 matches description of entangled staple nonwovens. Qualifies as needleloom felt per notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5602.10.10.00Higher: 47% vs 35%

If needleloom felt specifically

Felt heading 5602 vs nonwovens 5603 distinction.

9401Lower: 10% vs 35%

If imported with furniture frame

Parts of seats classified with assembly in Chapter 94.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Weight certification critical; fire codes for furniture; rolled vs cut affects packing duties

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