Polyester Flashspun Nonwoven Fabric from Japan
Flashspun polyester filament nonwoven, 12 g/m², known for high strength in packaging interliners. HTS 5603.11.00 applies to this direct-spun man-made filament product under 25 g/m², without coatings. Tyvek-like material but classified as nonwoven per structure.
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 flashspinning process details to affirm continuous filament nonwoven status
• Confirm no cellular plastic content; chapter exclusions apply strictly
• Watch for set sales with plastics; individual rolls stay in 5603