Polyester Felt Laminated with Polyethylene Film

A needleloom felt made from polyester fibers, laminated with a thin polyethylene film on one side for enhanced water resistance. This product falls under HTS 5602.90.30.00 as it is felt laminated with plastics, where the textile component exceeds 50% by weight and the lamination is visible. Commonly used in disposable medical gowns and protective covers.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

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

3921.90.11.00Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If textile content is 50% or less by weight

Chapter Note (a) excludes felt with 50% or less textile material from Chapter 56, directing to Chapter 39 for plastic sheets.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If used as textile fabric coated for specific technical purposes rather than felt base

Impregnated or laminated textile fabrics for technical uses may shift to Chapter 59 if not qualifying as felt.

5603Lower: 10% vs 35%

If the base is nonwoven instead of felt

Nonwovens laminated with plastics fall under heading 5603, distinct from felt in heading 5602.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify textile content exceeds 50% by weight via lab testing to avoid reclassification to Chapter 39

Include lamination specifications and visibility confirmation in commercial invoices to meet Chapter Note requirements

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