Waterproof Wax-Coated Nonwoven
A felt-like nonwoven at 42 g/m², stitch-bonded per chapter note, coated with paraffin wax for outdoor gear liners. It is classified under 5603.92.00 as a nonwoven weighing over 25 g/m² but not over 70 g/m², with the wax coating being a non-plastic substance.
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 wax coating is substantial and the product is used as a textile fabric
Textile fabrics coated with other substances may fall under heading 59.01.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify the paraffin wax is not a plastic or rubber, as those are excluded from Chapter 56
• Document the stitch-bonding process to confirm it qualifies as felt or nonwoven under the chapter notes
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