Airlaid Composite Nonwoven Surfacing from Japan
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 — 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
• Provide fiber content breakdown showing man-made filaments predominate
• Test total grammage including minor pulp content
• Distinguish from 100% pulp airlaid (Chapter 48)