Airlaid Nonwoven Pulp Core Material
An airlaid nonwoven fluff pulp composite at 24 g/m² for absorbent cores in feminine hygiene pads. The product has no visible rubber or plastic coating, so it is classified as a nonwoven of heading 56.03.
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 nonwoven weighs more than 25 g/m²
Weight-based subheading for nonwovens.
If the product is a finished sanitary pad or napkin
Chapter Note 1(f) excludes sanitary towels and tampons from Chapter 56.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the product is not made up within the meaning of Section Note 7; if it is, Section Note 8 excludes it from Chapter 56
• Provide weight documentation to support the 25 g/m² threshold
• If the core is cut to shape for pads, classification may shift
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