Wool Needleloom Felt Sheets from China
Sheets of needleloom felt made from 100% wool fibers, used for insulation and soundproofing in automotive interiors. This product falls under HTS 5602.10.90.10 as it is needleloom felt of wool or fine animal hair, not impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics or rubber. The cohesion of fibers is achieved through mechanical needling without chemical binders.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.1%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3112.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Verify wool content exceeds 50% by weight and obtain lab tests for customs declaration to avoid reclassification
• Include mill certificates proving needleloom construction to distinguish from woven fabrics in Chapters 50-55
• Watch for misdeclaration as carpet underlay; specify end-use as industrial felt to prevent duty hikes