Polyester Tufted Terry Fabric from Japan
Tufted textile fabric made from man-made polyester fibers with standing loops, used in upholstery and bath linens. Classified under HTS 5802.30.00.30 for tufted fabrics of man-made fibers, excluding narrow widths or knotted nets. It qualifies due to its looped pile structure beyond standard woven categories.
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
• Submit fiber content lab reports proving man-made composition (e.g
• polyester) to differentiate from cotton or other naturals
• Document tufting process details to confirm not a product of heading 5703 (carpets) or narrow fabric under 5806