Polyester Uncut Weft Pile Fabric from Germany
This is a woven fabric made from man-made polyester fibers with uncut weft pile, featuring loops that have not been cut to form a standing pile. It falls under HTS 5801.31.00.00 as an uncut weft pile fabric of man-made fibers, distinct from cut pile or chenille fabrics. Commonly used in upholstery before final processing.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
17.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.380%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% man-made fibers via lab testing to confirm classification under 5801.31
• Provide weave structure documentation proving uncut weft pile to avoid misclassification as cut pile
• Watch for Chapter 59 exclusions if impregnated or coated, requiring reclassification