Cotton Polyester Blend Pouffe Ottoman Cushion from China
A floor pouffe cushion stuffed with cotton and polyester fibers, covered in durable cotton fabric for use as a footstool or extra seating. It qualifies for HTS 9404.90.10 as a cotton pouffe, a similar stuffed furnishing despite floor use exception in notes. Provides versatile home seating.
Duty Rate — China → United States
25.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test fiber blend ratios; if cotton <35%, may shift to man-made fiber subheadings with different rates
• Photograph products pre-shipment to prove 'stuffed' status against flat fabric claims
• Declare as 'bedding article' not furniture to avoid 9403 misrouting for other furniture