Airlaid Composite Nonwoven Surfacing from Germany
Airlaid nonwoven from polypropylene filaments mixed with pulp, 23 g/m², used as surfacing for absorbent cores. The filament component dominates classification in HTS 5603.11.00.95. Provides smooth surface over fluff pulp.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Provide fiber content breakdown showing man-made filaments predominate
• Test total grammage including minor pulp content
• Distinguish from 100% pulp airlaid (Chapter 48)