Polypropylene Pile Fabric

Knitted pile fabric from polypropylene filament yarns, used in outdoor upholstery for moisture resistance. Falls under HTS 6001.99.90.00 as other textile materials pile construction, not covered by primary synthetic headings. Suitable for furnishing per chapter notes.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China7%+35.0%42%
🇲🇽Mexico7%+10.0%17%
🇨🇦Canada7%+10.0%17%
🇩🇪Germany7%+10.0%17%
🇯🇵Japan7%+10.0%17%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6001.21.00.00Higher: 44.8% vs 42%

If of wool or fine animal hair blends

Pile fabrics shift to 6001.21 if containing specified animal fibers.

5609.00.40.00Lower: 38.9% vs 42%

If sold as industrial felted pile rather than apparel knit

Nonwovens and felts of textile materials classify in Chapter 56 for industrial end-uses.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Test for olefin fiber content; polypropylene must be certified to avoid synthetic reclassification

• Include end-use declarations if for apparel vs. furnishings to preempt queries