Polyester Chenille Upholstery Fabric from Germany
This is a woven chenille fabric made from polyester man-made fibers, featuring soft pile yarns that create a velvety texture ideal for upholstery. It falls under HTS 5801.36.00 as a chenille fabric of man-made fibers, distinct from terry fabrics or narrow woven types. The fabric is typically 54 inches wide and used for sofas and chairs.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 85% man-made fibers via lab tests to confirm classification under 5801.36.00 and avoid reclassification to cotton blends
• Provide weave structure documentation showing chenille pile formation to distinguish from flat-woven fabrics in Chapter 59