Absorbent Pad Stitch-Bonded Felt

Stitch-bonded cellulose-polyester felt for absorbent pads in packaging. HTS 5602.10.90.90 applies to this other felt type, cohesively enhanced by stitching web fibers. Soaks up liquids in produce shipping.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳China10.6%+35.0%45.6%
🇲🇽Mexico10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇨🇦Canada10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇩🇪Germany10.6%+10.0%20.6%
🇯🇵Japan10.6%+10.0%20.6%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4819.50.40Lower: 35% vs 45.6%

If paper-based absorbent pads

Similar function but paper primary material classifies in Chapter 48.

5603.94Lower: 10% vs 45.6%

If SAP-integrated nonwoven

Plastics like superabsorbents make it 5603 bonded nonwoven.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 45.6%

If made-up absorbent textile articles

Completed pads as finished goods go to Chapter 63.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Blend ratios critical; high cellulose may go to 5601 wadding if not felted

Food contact compliance for produce use; FDA docs required

Avoid superabsorbent polymers that shift to 3913 plastic additives

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