Wool Blend Needleloom Felt from China
A non-woven felt made from a blend of wool and synthetic fibers using needleloom technology, enhancing cohesion without additional binders. It falls under HTS 5602.90.90.00 as 'other' felt, not specifically of wool or cotton, and without plastics or rubber impregnation. Commonly used for insulation and crafting applications.
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
• Verify fiber composition via lab testing to confirm it qualifies as felt under Chapter 56, avoiding misclassification as woven fabrics
• Provide detailed manufacturing process documentation proving needleloom bonding to distinguish from nonwovens in 5603
• Watch for incidental coatings; if visible plastics exceed naked eye test, it shifts to Chapter 39 or 40