Automotive Needleloom Headliner Fabric from China
Automotive needleloom headliner fabric is a nonwoven textile produced by mechanically interlocking polyester fibers through a needleloom process, then laminated with a thin plastic layer to enhance durability and noise insulation. This product falls under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and the lamination with plastic does not exclude it because the textile material remains the essential character and the plastic layer is not a carrying medium.
Duty Rate — China → Canada
Import Tips
• Ensure the plastic lamination is visible and does not exceed 50% of the product's weight to avoid reclassification under Chapter 39
• Provide a detailed product description and material composition to the CBSA to confirm classification under 5602.10.00
• Verify if the fabric is considered 'made up' (e.g
• cut to shape) which may affect classification