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Nonwoven PP Spunbond Wiper

Pre-cut and folded nonwoven polypropylene spunbond wipers, weighing 85 g/m², packaged for institutional cleaning. These ready-to-use articles are made of man-made filaments and fall under the nonwoven tariff item for medium-weight fabrics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree—Free
🇲🇽MexicoFree—Free
🇺🇸United StatesFree—Free
🇩🇪GermanyFree—Free
🇯🇵JapanFree—Free

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Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5603.14.00Same rate: Free

If the wipers weigh more than 150 g/m²

Heavier nonwoven wipers are classified under a different weight range within the same subheading.

3401.19.00Higher: 6.5% vs Free

If the wipers are impregnated with soap or detergent

Textile wipers carrying soap or detergent are classified in Chapter 34 as preparations.

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Import Tips & Compliance

• Confirm the wipers are not impregnated with cleaning agents, as that would move them to another heading

• Keep records of the fabric weight and filament composition for CBSA verification

• Consider whether the wipers are 'made up' within the meaning of Section XI Note 7, which could affect classification

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