Hydrophilic Spunbond Nonwoven for Sanitary Pads from Japan
Chemically treated spunbond polypropylene nonwoven at 16 g/m² with hydrophilic finish for sanitary napkin acquisition layers. The treatment doesn't create visible coating, staying in HTS 5603.11.00.95. Enables rapid fluid wicking in hygiene products.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Disclose chemical treatments but confirm no visible coating per Chapter 56 notes
• Provide REACH compliance for European-origin treatments
• Label clearly as nonwoven, not finished hygiene article