Dyed Polyester Velour Fabric

A knitted velour fabric made from 100% polyester artificial fibers, dyed in various colors, with at least 12 stitches per centimeter vertically. It falls under HTS 6006.42.00.85 as a dyed knitted fabric of artificial fibers, not specifically classified elsewhere. Commonly used for apparel linings and upholstery.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10%+35.0%45%
🇲🇽Mexico10%+10.0%20%
🇨🇦Canada10%+10.0%20%
🇩🇪Germany10%+10.0%20%
🇯🇵Japan10%+10.0%20%

Alternative Classifications

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

6001.92.00Higher: 52.2% vs 45%

If containing 12+ stitches/cm vertically and reported as velour

Statistical breakout for velour fabrics of synthetic fibers under unbleached/bleached category.

5407.61Lower: 24.9% vs 45%

If woven rather than knitted

Woven fabrics of synthetic filament yarns shift to Chapter 54, not knitted Chapter 60.

6006.41.00Lower: 20% vs 45%

If of synthetic fibers instead of artificial

Artificial (regenerated) vs synthetic (polymer) fibers separate headings within Chapter 60.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify fiber content via lab tests to confirm 100% artificial fibers like polyester, avoiding misclassification to natural fiber chapters

Include dyeing certificates and stitch count documentation for statistical notes compliance on velour

Label rolls with country of origin and fiber composition per FTC rules to prevent customs holds

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