Polyester Sofa Piping Cord from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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