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Heavyweight Cut Cotton Pile Upholstery Fabric

Durable cut warp pile cotton fabric with high pile density for furniture upholstery and heavy curtains. Classified in HTS 5801.27.50.20 as other cut cotton warp pile fabrics. The robust construction suits commercial interior use.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China18.5%+37.5%56%
🇲🇽Mexico18.5%+10.0%28.5%
🇨🇦Canada18.5%+10.0%28.5%
🇩🇪Germany18.5%—18.5%
🇯🇵Japan18.5%—18.5%

Alternative Classifications

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

5407.61Lower: 27.4% vs 56%

If made from synthetic filament yarns

Non-cotton filaments classify in Chapter 54 woven fabrics.

5606.00.00Lower: 45.5% vs 56%

If chenille yarn is predominant, not woven fabric

Gimped or chenille yarns in fabric form may go to Chapter 56 if not fully woven pile.

5902.10.00.00Lower: 43.3% vs 56%

If laminated with plastics for upholstery

Laminated textiles excluded by Chapter 58 note, into 5902 or 5903.

Not sure which classification is right?

The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right HTS code — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for colorfastness; reactive dyes common but must not alter classification

• Declare weight per square yard to distinguish from apparel weights

• Avoid bulk packaging confusion with Chapter 56 chenille yarns