Spunbond Polypropylene Facial Mask Fabric
Ultra-light nonwoven fabric made from polypropylene filaments, weighing 20 g/m², used as the outer layer in disposable face masks. It falls under HTS 5603.11.00.95 as a nonwoven of man-made filaments under 25 g/m², not otherwise specified. This lightweight material provides fluid resistance without additional coatings.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing over 25 g/m²
Weight threshold determines subheading; heavier fabrics shift to 5603.12.
If presented as woven fabric
Woven man-made filament fabrics classify under Chapter 54, not nonwovens.
If primarily of cotton or other non-man-made fibers
Material origin shifts from man-made filaments (5603.11) to other fibers (5603.94).
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify exact weight per m² with lab testing to confirm under 25 g/m² classification
• Provide mill test certificates showing man-made filament composition for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as coated nonwovens (5603.21) if no visible plastic layer
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