Polyester Needleloom Felt from Japan
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 — 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
• 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