Polyester Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe Substrate from Germany
Hydroentangled spunlace nonwoven from polyester filaments, 22 g/m², used as base for wet wipes and cleaning cloths. HTS 5603.11.00.95 applies to this lightweight man-made nonwoven without impregnation. The spunlace process bonds fibers mechanically for absorbency.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Specify bonding method (hydroentangled) in invoices to distinguish from chemical bonds
• Ensure no visible coatings to avoid 5603.21 classification
• Batch test fiber content for polyester purity required by customs