Nonwoven Polypropylene Wipes
Pre-cut, folded, and packaged nonwoven polypropylene wipes weighing 40 g/m², designed for industrial cleaning. These ready-for-use wipes are perforated for easy dispensing and fall under tariff item 5603.12.00 as nonwovens of man-made filaments weighing more than 25 g/m² but not more than 70 g/m².
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 wipes weigh 25 g/m² or less
This tariff item covers nonwovens of man-made filaments weighing not more than 25 g/m².
If the wipes weigh more than 70 g/m²
This tariff item covers nonwovens of man-made filaments weighing more than 70 g/m² but not more than 150 g/m².
If the wipes are impregnated with soap or detergent
Chapter note 1(a) excludes wadding, felt, or nonwovens impregnated with soaps or detergents where the textile is merely a carrying medium.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the wipes are classified as nonwovens of man-made filaments and weigh between 25 and 70 g/m²; have technical specifications ready for CBSA
• Verify that the wipes are not impregnated, coated, or covered with substances that would shift classification to another chapter
• Keep commercial invoices and packing lists detailing the weight per square metre
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