PET Filament Nonwoven Geotextile 55 g/m²
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) continuous filament nonwoven geotextile sheet at 55 g/m² for soil stabilization. This mechanically bonded nonwoven of man-made filaments is classified under tariff item 5603.12.00, 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 geotextile weighs more than 150 g/m²
This tariff item covers nonwovens of man-made filaments weighing more than 150 g/m².
If the geotextile is used for technical purposes in machinery
Textile products for technical uses, such as geotextiles for filtration, may be classified in heading 59.11.
If the geotextile is laminated with plastics visible to the naked eye
Nonwovens entirely coated or covered on both sides with plastics are classified in Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the geotextile is made of man-made filaments and weighs within 25–70 g/m²; provide a technical datasheet to CBSA
• Check if the geotextile is impregnated or coated with plastics or rubber, which could reclassify it under Chapter 39 or 40
• Ensure the rolls are properly labelled with material composition and weight for customs clearance
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