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Custom Automobile Seat Cover from Japan

A tailored seat cover made from durable polyester fabric, cut to the exact shape of a specific car model seat for a snug fit. It protects the original upholstery from wear and is classified under HTS 9401.99.90.21 as a seat part of textile material cut to shape, not a complete seat.

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

Verify fabric composition via lab tests for accurate HTS classification and fiber content labeling under FTC rules

Include detailed invoices specifying 'cut to shape' and vehicle model compatibility to avoid reclassification as upholstery