Long Pile Silk Velvet Upholstery Fabric from Japan
A knitted long pile fabric with 90% silk content, mimicking velvet for furniture upholstery and curtains. Classified under HTS 6001.99.10.00 due to high silk proportion and pile construction per Chapter 60 notes on knitted goods.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Provide fiber content lab reports; silk waste blends must total 85%+ silk fibers
• Document end-use as furnishing fabric to leverage Chapter 60 metal thread note if applicable
• Watch for reclassification to 5801 if tufted rather than knitted pile