Dyed Polyester Stitch-Bonded Upholstery Fabric from Mexico
This warp-knitted, dyed polyester fabric uses stitch-bonding technology to create a durable, textured material ideal for upholstery in furniture and automotive interiors. It falls under HTS 6005.42.0020 as it is made of artificial fibers, specifically dyed, and classified as stitch-bonded goods beyond headings 6001-6004. The chain stitches formed from textile yarn ensure its knitted classification per chapter notes.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
20%
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 fiber content exceeds 85% artificial fibers via lab tests to avoid reclassification; ensure dyeing process documentation for 'dyed' status
• Common pitfall: mistaking for woven fabrics under Chapter 54, leading to incorrect duties