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Nylon Velvet Upholstery Fabric from Japan

A cut pile weft pile fabric made from nylon man-made fibers, used for furniture covering with a plush velvet surface. Classified in HTS 5801.33.00.00 as other weft pile fabrics of man-made fibers. The pile is formed by extra weft threads inserted during weaving.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%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 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Submit detailed construction specs proving cut weft pile to distinguish from imitation fabrics

• Label rolls with fiber content and country of origin per textile import regulations