Polyester Chenille Upholstery Fabric

This is a woven chenille fabric made from man-made polyester fibers with chenille yarns exclusively on one side, creating a soft, velvety pile surface ideal for upholstery. It falls under HTS 5801.36.0010 as it meets the criteria for chenille fabrics of man-made fibers with pile on one side only, excluding those of headings 5802 or 5806. Commonly used for sofa and chair coverings due to its plush texture.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China9.8%+17.5%27.3%
🇲🇽Mexico9.8%+10.0%19.8%
🇨🇦Canada9.8%+10.0%19.8%
🇩🇪Germany9.8%+10.0%19.8%
🇯🇵Japan9.8%+10.0%19.8%

Alternative Classifications

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

5801.31.00.00Lower: 27.2% vs 27.3%

If chenille yarns appear on both sides

Fabrics with chenille pile on both surfaces classify under 5801.31 for man-made fiber chenille with two-sided pile.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 27.3%

If polyurethane coated or laminated

Chapter note excludes impregnated/coated fabrics from Chapter 58, moving them to Chapter 59 heading 5903.

5806.31.00.00Higher: 43.8% vs 27.3%

If width not exceeding 30 cm with selvages

Narrow woven fabrics under 30 cm width fall under heading 5806 per chapter note definition.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content is 100% man-made (e.g

polyester) via lab tests to confirm classification under 5801.36; natural fiber blends shift to other headings

Provide mill certificates and weave structure documentation proving chenille yarns are on one side only to avoid reclassification as two-sided pile