Printing Substrate Nonwoven
A synthetic nonwoven paper alternative, weighing 25 g/m² or less, coated with ink-receptive mineral pigments for digital printing. The coating is not visible to the naked eye, keeping the product in heading 56.03 as a nonwoven.
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
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the substrate is paper-based rather than nonwoven
Paper products with coatings are classified in Chapter 48.
If the nonwoven weighs more than 25 g/m²
Weight-based subheading for nonwovens.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm the mineral pigment coating is not visible to the naked eye; otherwise, Chapter 48 or 39 may apply
• Provide samples or technical data to support the nonwoven classification
• If the substrate is cut to size, Section Note 8 may exclude it
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