Polyester Velour Upholstery Fabric from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
17.2%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.480%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate ≥ 12.5 percent): MFN >= 12.5% → no additional duty
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