Polyester Chenille Upholstery Fabric from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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