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
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 equal to or greater than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 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