Absorbent Pad Stitch-Bonded Felt from China
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.
Duty Rate — China → United States
48.1%
Rate breakdown
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)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• 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