Chapter 5603 — Customs Tariff Headings

Antimicrobial Copper-Infused Nonwoven Mask Liner

Spunbond nonwoven liner from polyester filaments, weighing 16 g/m², infused with copper ions for antiviral properties in face mask inserts. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven with metal impregnation.

Carbon Nanotube Doped Conductive Nonwoven

PP spunbond nonwoven, weighing 19 g/m², doped with carbon nanotubes for ESD protection in electronics packaging. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven with carbon nanotube impregnation.

Enzyme-Treated Biodegradable Nonwoven Mulch

PLA filament nonwoven landscape fabric, weighing 21 g/m², enzyme-accelerated for biodegradability in agriculture. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven with biological treatment.

Flame-Retardant Acrylic Nonwoven Facing

Chemical-bonded nonwoven facing from acrylic filaments, weighing 12 g/m², treated with a phosphorous-based flame-retardant compound for mattress ticking. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight, impregnated man-made filament nonwoven.

Herbal Extract Impregnated Cosmetic Nonwoven Pad

Biocellulose nonwoven pads from rayon filaments, weighing 14 g/m², impregnated with aloe vera extract for facial toning masks. It fits tariff item 5603.11.00 as a low-weight man-made filament nonwoven with herbal impregnation.

Imitation Suede Nonwoven Fabric

A lightweight nonwoven fabric made from man-made filaments weighing not more than 25 g/m², impregnated with a special resin to mimic the texture and appearance of genuine suede leather. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven with resin impregnation.

Nylon Filament Nonwoven Air Filter Media

Ultra-light nylon filament nonwoven sheet weighing 15 g/m², used as HVAC air filtration media. It is an unimpregnated nonwoven of man-made filaments, which falls under tariff item 5603.11.00 as it weighs not more than 25 g/m² and is not laminated or coated with plastics or rubber.

Oil-Resistant PTFE-Doped Nonwoven Filter Media

Meltblown nonwoven filter media from polypropylene filaments, weighing 24 g/m², doped with PTFE particles for oil repellency in industrial air filters. It fits tariff item 5603.11.00 as an impregnated man-made filament nonwoven not exceeding 25 g/m².

PET Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe Substrate

Spunlace nonwoven from polyester (PET) man-made filaments, weighing 22 g/m², used as a base for wet wipes before saturation. Hydroentangling bonds the filaments without plastics or rubber, so it qualifies as a lightweight nonwoven under tariff item 5603.11.00.

Phase-Change Material Impregnated Nonwoven PCM Sheet

Microencapsulated phase-change material (PCM) impregnated into 20 g/m² polypropylene spunbond nonwoven for thermal regulation apparel. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven with PCM microcapsules.

Polyester Flashspun Nonwoven Fabric

Flashspun polyester filament nonwoven fabric weighing 12 g/m², known for high strength in packaging interliners. This direct-spun man-made filament product, without coatings, falls under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight nonwoven.

Polypropylene Spunbond Nonwoven Fabric

Lightweight spunbond nonwoven fabric made from polypropylene man-made filaments, weighing 20 g/m², used for disposable medical gowns and protective covers. It falls under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a nonwoven of man-made filaments not exceeding 25 g/m².

PP Meltblown Nonwoven Filter Layer

Standalone meltblown polypropylene filament nonwoven at 24 g/m² for respirator filters. It is a lightweight man-made nonwoven with internal fiber bonding, no external lamination, and falls under tariff item 5603.11.00.

Probiotic-Encapsulated Hygiene Nonwoven

Spunlace nonwoven wipe substrate, weighing 13 g/m², from viscose filaments, encapsulated with lactobacillus probiotics for odor control. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven with biological impregnation.

SMS Nonwoven Polypropylene SMS Fabric

SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven fabric from polypropylene filaments, weighing 18 g/m², ideal for surgical masks and filters. It is classified under tariff item 5603.11.00 as a lightweight man-made filament nonwoven without disqualifying coatings.

Acrylic Nonwoven Air Filtration Media 30 g/m²

Acrylic filament nonwoven media at 30 g/m², used for HVAC air filters to capture dust particles. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Acrylic Nonwoven Geotextile 65 g/m²

Acrylic filament nonwoven geotextile sheet weighing 65 g/m², used for soil stabilization and drainage in civil engineering. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Carbon Filter Nonwoven Substrate 52 g/m²

Specialty nonwoven substrate (52 g/m²) impregnated with activated carbon for odor control filters in HVAC and appliances. The carbon impregnation does not constitute an excluded plastic or rubber coating, so it remains a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² range.

Filament Nonwoven Incubator Liner 48 g/m²

Soft polyester filament nonwoven liner at 48 g/m², used for medical incubators and bassinet sheets. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Man-Made Filament Nonwoven Battery Separator 35 g/m²

Microporous nonwoven separator sheet from man-made filaments weighing 35 g/m², used in lithium-ion batteries. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Man-Made Nonwoven Lab Coat Lining 52 g/m²

Breathable filament nonwoven lining at 52 g/m², used for disposable lab coats and coveralls. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Nylon Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe Fabric 60 g/m²

Nylon-based spunlace nonwoven fabric at 60 g/m², used for industrial cleaning wipes and automotive detailing cloths. The hydroentangled construction is a nonwoven of man-made filaments, and the weight falls within the 25-70 g/m² range for tariff item 5603.12.00.

Nylon Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe Sheet 60 g/m²

Hydroentangled spunlace nonwoven sheets of nylon man-made filaments weighing 60 g/m², designed for industrial cleaning wipes. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

PET Spunbond Interlining Fabric 55 g/m²

Polyester terephthalate (PET) spunbond nonwoven at 55 g/m², used as fusible interlining for garment collars and waistbands. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Polyamide Hygiene Coverstock 35 g/m²

Polyamide filament nonwoven coverstock at 35 g/m², used as topsheets for diapers and sanitary napkins. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Polyester SMS Nonwoven Material 45 g/m²

SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) polyester nonwoven at 45 g/m², providing barrier properties for surgical drapes and isolation gowns. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Polypropylene Meltblown Filter Media 30 g/m²

Fine-fiber polypropylene meltblown nonwoven at 30 g/m², used as filter media for air and liquid filtration systems. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Polypropylene Spunbond Nonwoven Fabric 50 g/m²

Lightweight polypropylene spunbond nonwoven fabric weighing 50 g/m², commonly used for disposable medical gowns and protective covers. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Rayon Viscose Nonwoven Facial Mask Sheet 40 g/m²

Viscose rayon filament nonwoven sheets at 40 g/m², used for cosmetic sheet masks and beauty treatments. It is a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² weight range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Vinyl-Coated Polyester Banner Material 70 g/m²

Polyester nonwoven base (70 g/m²) with a thin vinyl coating for outdoor banners and signage. The coating is not visible to the naked eye on both sides, so it remains a nonwoven of man-made filaments within the 25-70 g/m² range, classifiable under tariff item 5603.12.00.

Acrylic Filament Nonwoven Insulation 130 g/m²

Acrylic filament nonwoven insulation batts weighing 130 g/m², used for thermal insulation in automotive and apparel applications. The product is airlaid or carded without lamination, consisting of man-made filaments within the specified weight range.

Acrylic Nonwoven Interlining Fabric 110 g/m²

Acrylic nonwoven interlining fabric weighing 110 g/m², used in garment fusing applications. The product consists of man-made filaments and has no visible coating, falling within the 70-150 g/m² weight range.

Automotive Nonwoven Insulation 135 g/m²

Man-made filament nonwoven acoustic insulation sheet weighing 135 g/m², used in automotive applications. The product falls within the specified weight range and consists of synthetic filaments.

Lyocell Nonwoven Absorbent Layer 105 g/m²

Lyocell (Tencel) man-made filament nonwoven absorbent sheet weighing 105 g/m², used in hygiene products. The product consists of regenerated cellulose filaments and falls within the weight range for this tariff item.

Microfiber Nonwoven Cleaning Pad Base 80 g/m²

Microfiber polyester nonwoven base fabric weighing 80 g/m², used as a base for cleaning pads. The product consists of man-made filaments and falls within the specified weight range.

Nonwoven Roofing Underlayment 145 g/m²

Synthetic filament nonwoven roofing underlayment weighing 145 g/m², used in construction applications. The product falls within the 70-150 g/m² weight range and consists of man-made filaments.

Nylon Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe Material 90 g/m²

Nylon spunlace nonwoven wipe material weighing 90 g/m², designed for industrial cleaning applications. The product consists of man-made filaments and is not impregnated, falling within the specified weight range.

Nylon Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe Sheet 90 g/m²

Nylon spunlace nonwoven wipe sheets weighing 90 g/m², produced by hydroentanglement for industrial cleaning applications. The product consists of man-made filaments and falls within the 70-150 g/m² weight range without rubber or heavy plastic lamination.

PA6 Nonwoven Separator Sheet 95 g/m²

Polyamide 6 (PA6) nonwoven sheet weighing 95 g/m², used as battery separators. The product consists of man-made filaments and falls within the 70-150 g/m² weight range.

Polyester Filament Carrier Sheet 80 g/m²

Polyester filament carrier sheets weighing 80 g/m², used as a stable base for adhesive tape production. The nonwoven is not impregnated and serves as a substrate in packaging and electronics applications.

Polyester SMS Nonwoven Fabric 120 g/m²

Polyester SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven fabric weighing 120 g/m², used in surgical drapes and isolation gowns. The fabric is composed of man-made filaments and falls within the specified weight range for this tariff item.

Polyolefin Thermal Bonded Nonwoven 110 g/m²

Polyolefin thermal bonded nonwoven weighing 110 g/m², used in hygiene products such as diaper topsheets for softness. The bonding process uses minimal plastic within the fiber matrix, and the product consists of man-made filaments.

Polypropylene Spunbond Nonwoven Fabric 100 g/m²

Polypropylene spunbond nonwoven fabric weighing 100 g/m², commonly used in medical gowns and protective apparel. The fabric is made from man-made filaments and fits the weight range of this tariff item.

PP Spunbond Interlining Fabric 140 g/m²

Polypropylene spunbond nonwoven interlining fabric weighing 140 g/m², used to stabilize collars and cuffs in garments. The fabric is lightly dot-coated but remains textile in character, consisting of man-made filaments.

Viscose Rayon Filament Nonwoven 105 g/m²

Viscose rayon filament nonwoven weighing 105 g/m², produced by a wetlaid process for use in feminine hygiene covers. The product consists of regenerated cellulose man-made filaments within the specified weight range.

Abrasive Backing Nonwoven 200 g/m²

A heavy-duty polyester nonwoven weighing 200 g/m², used as a backing for coated abrasives like sanding discs. At the pre-coating stage, it is not yet impregnated or coated, so it remains a nonwoven of man-made filaments under this tariff item.

Automotive Headliner Nonwoven Substrate 180 g/m²

A nonwoven substrate made from polyester filaments weighing 180 g/m², used as a backing for car interior headliners. It is not laminated or coated, so it qualifies as an 'other' nonwoven of man-made filaments under this tariff item.

Battery Separator Nonwoven 155 g/m²

A microporous polyester nonwoven separator fabric weighing 155 g/m², used in lithium-ion batteries. It is not laminated or coated with plastics, and the textile content exceeds 50%, so it remains a nonwoven of man-made filaments under this tariff item.

Breathable Laminated Nonwoven for Diaper Backsheets

A breathable nonwoven fabric made from man-made filaments, weighing over 150 g/m², with a microporous lamination that allows moisture vapor to pass while blocking liquids. This product is used as a backsheet in diapers and other hygiene products, and its lamination is visible but does not fully encapsulate the textile, keeping it in Chapter 56.

Composite Prepreg Nonwoven 230 g/m²

A carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic nonwoven weighing 230 g/m², used as a base for aerospace composites. At the pre-resin infusion stage, it is not yet impregnated, so it qualifies as a nonwoven of man-made filaments under this tariff item.

Furniture Upholstery Nonwoven 170 g/m²

A backing nonwoven made from recycled polyester filaments, weighing 170 g/m², used for upholstery lining. It is not laminated or coated, so it qualifies as an 'other' nonwoven of man-made filaments under this tariff item.

Heavy Laminated SMS Nonwoven for Coveralls

A heavy SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven of polypropylene filaments, weighing over 150 g/m², laminated for use in hazmat protective coveralls. The lamination provides a barrier while the nonwoven structure remains the essential character, qualifying it under this tariff item.

Industrial Laminated Nonwoven Wipes Substrate

A heavy nonwoven substrate made from man-made filaments, weighing over 150 g/m², laminated for use in durable industrial cleaning wipes. The lamination enhances durability and absorbency, and the product retains its nonwoven character, making it classifiable under this tariff item.

Laminated Filament Nonwoven for Furniture Upholstery

A polyester filament nonwoven backing fabric weighing over 150 g/m², laminated for flame-retardant furniture upholstery underlay. The lamination provides fire resistance while the nonwoven provides structure, and it is not excluded by Chapter 56 notes.

Laminated Nonwoven for Roofing Underlayment

A polypropylene filament nonwoven weighing over 150 g/m², laminated with an asphalt-release film for roofing underlayment. The lamination is visible but does not fully encapsulate the textile, so the product remains a nonwoven of Chapter 56.

Laminated PP Spunbond Nonwoven for House Wrap

A polypropylene spunbond nonwoven weighing over 150 g/m², laminated with a plastic film for use as house wrap in building envelopes. The lamination provides weather resistance while the nonwoven remains the primary component, qualifying under this tariff item.

Nylon Laminated Nonwoven Geotextile Membrane

A heavy nylon filament nonwoven fabric weighing over 150 g/m², laminated with polyethylene for soil stabilization and waterproofing in civil engineering. The lamination is visible but the nonwoven provides the essential character, so it falls under this tariff item.

PE-Laminated Nonwoven for Agricultural Covers

A polyolefin filament nonwoven weighing over 150 g/m², laminated with polyethylene for agricultural covers such as crop protection and silage wraps. The lamination is visible but does not exclude the product from Chapter 56, as the textile remains the primary material.

Polyester Laminated Nonwoven for Automotive Headliners

A polyester nonwoven fabric exceeding 150 g/m², laminated with foam or plastic for sound insulation and durability in automotive headliners. The lamination is visible but the nonwoven provides the structural base, keeping it in Chapter 56.