Acrylic-Blend Sofa Back Panel Covers from Japan
Textile panels made from acrylic-polyester blend to replace damaged backrest covers on modern sofas. They qualify for HTS 9403.99.50.80 as parts of other upholstered furniture, using non-cotton synthetic textiles. Sold as direct-fit replacements without any stuffing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Conduct fiber content analysis to document non-cotton composition per HTS statistical suffixes
• Avoid bulk fabric shipments; package as pre-cut parts to maintain furniture part status
• Declare value based on part function, not raw fabric, for accurate duty assessment