Furniture Interliner Padding from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Weight certification critical; fire codes for furniture; rolled vs cut affects packing duties