Mixed Synthetic Fiber Web Felt from China
Felt from a web of mixed viscose, polyester, and nylon fibers bonded by stitching, per chapter note definition. HTS 5602.90.90.00 applies to this other felt for packaging and soundproofing uses.
Duty Rate — China → United States
45.5%
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
• Detail bonding method in invoices; stitch-bonding proof keeps it in 5602 vs 5603
• Monitor weight and thickness; very thin webs may be scrutinized as non-felt
• Separate retail-packaged felt from bulk to avoid set classification issues