SMS Nonwoven Surgical Gown Sheet
SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven fabric weighing 18 g/m², laminated with a breathable film for liquid resistance in surgical gowns. The lamination provides barrier properties while maintaining breathability. This lightweight nonwoven is suitable for medical applications.
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 |
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the film lamination is visible and the textile is merely reinforcing
Plates, sheets, or strip of plastics combined with nonwovens where textile is for reinforcement are classified in Chapter 39.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify that the breathable film lamination does not make the product classifiable in Chapter 39
• Provide technical documentation on the lamination process and material composition
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