Polyester Sofa Piping Cord

Ornamental piping trim in the piece from man-made polyester fibers, used for upholstery on sofas and chairs. Classified in HTS 5808.90.0010 as a braid or ornamental trimming of man-made fibers, without embroidery. It provides decorative cording for furniture edges.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China3.9%+35.0%38.9%
🇲🇽Mexico3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇨🇦Canada3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇩🇪Germany3.9%+10.0%13.9%
🇯🇵Japan3.9%+10.0%13.9%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5806.31.00.00Higher: 43.8% vs 38.9%

If narrow woven fabrics under 30 cm width

Meets narrow fabric definition in 5806 note if woven with selvages and ≤30 cm wide.

5903.90.10.00Lower: 37.7% vs 38.9%

If textile fabrics impregnated or coated

Chapter note excludes Chapter 59 coated fabrics; piping with rubberized backing goes there.

5609.00.40.00Same rate: 38.9%

If sold as knotted articles of man-made fibers

Knotted nettings or similar made-up articles classify under 5609, not braids.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Label clearly as 'man-made fibers' with composition breakdown; polyester over 85% avoids cotton subheading

Include photos and samples in customs entry to demonstrate 'in the piece' form and lack of embroidery