Uncut Epinglé Polyester Upholstery Fabric from Japan
This uncut epinglé warp pile fabric made from polyester features looped pile structures that have not been cut, creating a textured surface ideal for upholstery. It falls under HTS 5801.37.10.00 as a warp pile fabric of man-made fibers in its epinglé (uncut) form. Commonly used for sofa covers and chair upholstery due to its durability and aesthetic appeal.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
14%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
Import Tips
• Verify the fabric width and selvage presence to confirm it doesn't qualify as narrow woven under heading 5806
• Provide mill test certificates proving 100% man-made fiber composition to avoid reclassification to cotton headings
• Declare as 'uncut' explicitly in documentation to distinguish from cut pile fabrics under 5801.37.90