Cotton Polyester Blend Pouffe Ottoman Cushion from Japan
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 — 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
• 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