Polyester Velour Upholstery Fabric from Germany

A heavy-duty velour fabric made from polyester fibers, weighing over 271 grams per square meter, featuring a plush pile surface ideal for upholstery. It is classified under HTS 6001.92.0010 as a knitted or crocheted pile fabric of man-made fibers specifically defined as velour with the required stitch density. This fabric is commonly used in furniture and automotive seating.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

27.2%

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 fabric weight exceeds 271 g/m² and meets velour stitch density (12+ stitches/cm vertically) with lab tests for statistical reporting

Provide mill test certificates confirming man-made fiber content >70% to avoid reclassification to cotton-blend headings

Label rolls clearly with HTS code, weight, and fiber composition to prevent customs delays