Polyester Chenille Upholstery Fabric from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
19.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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