Geo-Textile Needleloom Felt for Erosion Control from Japan
Heavy-duty needleloom felt from polypropylene fibers, laid on soil for erosion prevention in civil engineering. HTS 5602.10.90.90 applies to this other needleloom felt, stabilized by mechanical needling without chemical binders or plastic lamination. Meets felt definition via fiber web cohesion.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Include engineering specs confirming mesh size and strength for geo-use to support Chapter 56 classification
• Test for any plastic impregnation; if >50% non-textile, shifts to Chapter 39 per exclusion notes