Nylon Cut Corduroy Upholstery Fabric from Japan
Cut corduroy fabric woven from nylon man-made fibers, featuring a cut pile with 224 wales for a velvety texture ideal for furniture upholstery. Classified under HTS 5801.32.00.00 due to its man-made fiber composition and specific cut corduroy structure as per chapter notes. It provides durability and a soft hand-feel for heavy-use applications.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
24%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include selvage details and wale measurements in commercial invoice to substantiate cut corduroy classification
• Obtain certificates of origin for man-made fibers to qualify for preferential tariffs if applicable
• Avoid common pitfalls like misdeclaring as apparel fabric; specify end-use as upholstery if relevant for quotas