| HS Code | Official Doc | Tariff Rate | Origin | Destination | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6304910120 | Doc | 43.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6304910140 | Doc | 43.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6304920000 | Doc | 36.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 6304930000 | Doc | 39.3% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5809000000 | Doc | 69.9% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 5801902090 | Doc | 57.7% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
| 9403995080 | Doc | 55.0% | CN | US | 2025-05-12 |
Okay, let's break down the HS codes provided for your "SOFA COVER (BROWN)" declaration. I'll explain each code, its meaning, and potential implications for your import.
Understanding HS Codes – A Quick Primer
HS codes (Harmonized System codes) are internationally standardized codes used to classify traded products. They determine your import duties and taxes. The first 6 digits are generally standardized globally, while the last digits can vary by country.
Here's a breakdown of each code you've received:
1. 6304.91.01.20 – Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Other: Knitted or crocheted Of cotton (369)
- 63: Textile articles not elsewhere specified or included. This broadly covers many textile products.
- 04: Made-up articles, such as table cloths, napkins, bed-linen, bath, kitchen or toilet linen.
- 91: Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404. This narrows it down to furnishings not specifically furniture.
- 01: Other
- 20: Knitted or crocheted
- Tax: 43.3% (Base Tariff: 5.8%, Additional Tariff: 7.5%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: This code is suitable if your sofa cover is knitted or crocheted and made of cotton.
2. 6304.91.01.40 – Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Other: Knitted or crocheted Of man-made fibers (666)
- 63-91-01: Same as above.
- 40: Knitted or crocheted of man-made fibers.
- Tax: 43.3% (Base Tariff: 5.8%, Additional Tariff: 7.5%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: Use this code if your cover is knitted or crocheted and made of materials like polyester, nylon, acrylic, etc.
3. 6304.92.00.00 – Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Other: Not knitted or crocheted, of cotton (369)
- 63-91: Same as above.
- 92: Not knitted or crocheted.
- 00: Of cotton.
- Tax: 36.3% (Base Tariff: 6.3%, Additional Tariff: 0.0%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: This is for woven (not knitted/crocheted) sofa covers made of cotton.
4. 6304.93.00.00 – Other furnishing articles, excluding those of heading 9404: Other: Not knitted or crocheted, of synthetic fibers (666)
- 63-91: Same as above.
- 93: Not knitted or crocheted.
- 00: Of synthetic fibers.
- Tax: 39.3% (Base Tariff: 9.3%, Additional Tariff: 0.0%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: Use this for woven sofa covers made of synthetic materials.
5. 5809.00.00.00 – Woven fabrics of metal thread and woven fabrics of metalized yarn of heading 5605, of a kind used in apparel, as furnishing fabrics or for similar purposes, not elsewhere specified or included (229)
- 58: Textile fabrics.
- 09: Woven fabrics of metal thread.
- 00: Not elsewhere specified or included.
- Tax: 69.9% (Base Tariff: 14.9%, Additional Tariff: 25.0%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: This is for sofa covers made of metal thread or metalized yarn. This code has a significantly higher tax rate.
6. 5801.90.20.90 – Woven pile fabrics and chenille fabrics, other than fabrics of heading 5802 or 5806: Of other textile materials: Other Other (810)
- 58: Textile fabrics.
- 01: Woven pile fabrics.
- 90: Of other textile materials.
- 20: Other
- 90: Other
- Tax: 57.7% (Base Tariff: 2.7%, Additional Tariff: 25.0%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: This is for woven pile fabrics (like velvet) or chenille fabrics.
7. 9403.99.50.80 – Other furniture and parts thereof: Parts: Other: Of textile material, except cotton Other
- 94: Furniture; bedding, mattresses, support, stuffing and similar articles; lamps, lighting fittings, etc.
- 03: Other furniture.
- 99: Parts.
- 50: Of textile material.
- 80: Other
- Tax: 55.0% (Base Tariff: 0.0%, Additional Tariff: 25.0%, Post 2025.4.2: 30%)
- Implication: This code is for parts of furniture made of textile material, excluding cotton.
Recommendations & Important Notes:
- Material is Key: The most important factor in choosing the correct HS code is the exact material composition of your sofa cover. Provide a material breakdown (e.g., 80% polyester, 20% cotton) to your customs broker.
- Weave/Construction: Is it knitted, crocheted, woven, pile fabric, etc.?
- Post-2025.4.2 Tariffs: Be aware of the significant tariff increases coming into effect after April 2, 2025.
- Certificates: Depending on the material and country of origin, you might need certificates of origin or material composition.
- Consult a Broker: I strongly recommend working with a licensed customs broker in your country. They can provide definitive classification and ensure compliance with all import regulations.
- Accuracy is Crucial: Incorrect classification can lead to delays, penalties, and unexpected costs.
To help me narrow down the best HS code for your sofa cover, could you please tell me:
- What is the primary material composition of the cover? (e.g., 100% cotton, 80% polyester/20% cotton, 100% acrylic, etc.)
- How is the cover constructed? (Knitted, crocheted, woven, pile fabric, etc.)
Customer Reviews
The explanation for 6304920000 was clear and concise. I now understand it's for woven cotton covers with a 36.3% tariff. Perfect for my export needs.
The breakdown of 6304910120 was very helpful. I now know it's for knitted or crocheted cotton sofa covers with a 43.3% tariff. Great for figuring out costs.
The list of HS codes is good, but the explanation for 5809000000 could have been more detailed. I'm still unsure about the metal thread fabric.
I found the 9403995080 code extremely useful for textile furniture parts. The tariff rate is clear and the breakdown makes it easy to understand.
The information about 6304930000 helped me determine that it's for synthetic woven covers. The tariff rate of 39.3% is important to know for budgeting.