Laminated Needleloom Acoustic Panel Fabric
Laminated needleloom acoustic panel fabric is a needleloom felt made from polyester fibers, laminated with a polyester film to enhance sound absorption for wall panels in studios and offices. It qualifies under tariff item 5602.10.00 as needleloom felt, and the lamination does not remove it from this heading because the textile material is not merely a carrying medium and the plastic film is a thin layer.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the plastic film is the dominant component or the felt is fully embedded
Products where plastic is the essential character are classified in Chapter 39.
If used as straining cloth for technical purposes
Technical textile products for industrial use may fall under heading 59.11.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that the polyester film lamination is visible and does not constitute a complete embedding in plastic, which would shift classification to Chapter 39
• Keep records of the manufacturing process to demonstrate the needleloom felt is the essential character
• Check if the panels are cut to size, as 'made up' articles may be excluded from Chapter 56
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