Polyester Needleloom Felt from Germany
A nonwoven felt made from polyester fibers using a needleloom process for mechanical bonding, suitable for automotive insulation. It falls under HTS 5602.90.60.00 as felt of man-made fibers, potentially impregnated with minor coatings visible to the naked eye. This classification covers needleloom felt explicitly noted in Chapter 56.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
16.3%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify fiber content exceeds 50% man-made textiles if impregnated to stay in Chapter 56; otherwise, it shifts to Chapter 39
• Provide lab tests confirming needleloom bonding process and visible impregnation status for customs