Rayon Viscose Blend Absorbent Felt from China
Felt made from rayon and viscose fibers via needleloom process, designed for absorbent pads in hygiene products. HTS 5602.29.00.00 applies to this uncompressed, non-impregnated felt of other textile materials.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.8%
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
• Include absorbency test data if marketed for medical use, but classification remains textile-based
• Differentiate from disposable wipes (4818) by emphasizing reusable felt structure
• Ensure no plastic backing, as that would trigger 5603 or Chapter 39 exclusion