Polyester Velour-Like Pile Knit from Japan
This polyester knit fabric mimics velour with short cut pile but falls outside strict velour stitch criteria, used in apparel and upholstery. Under HTS 6001.92.0040 as other man-made pile fabrics. Chapter notes include metal thread variants, but this is pure synthetic.
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
• Test vertical stitch count (<12/cm) to justify 'other' vs velour subheadings
• Include end-use declaration (apparel/furnishing) as per chapter note allowances
• Bundle with dyeing specs if colored, to preempt Chapter 59 textile article claims