Imitation Suede Nonwoven Fabric
A nonwoven fabric made from man-made filaments, weighing 40 g/m², impregnated with polyurethane to mimic the texture and appearance of genuine suede leather. It falls under HTS 5603.12.0010 due to its weight range (more than 25 g/m² but not more than 70 g/m²) and impregnation with material other than rubber, plastics, wood pulp, or glass fibers, specifically as 'imitation suede'. Commonly used in fashion and upholstery.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing more than 70 g/m²
Exceeds the 70 g/m² weight limit for 5603.12.0010, shifting to the residual subheading in the same weight category group.
If textile fabric base is woven rather than nonwoven
Woven textile fabrics coated with polyurethane for imitation leather fall under Chapter 59, not nonwovens in Chapter 56.
If completely embedded in plastics visible to naked eye
Chapter notes exclude nonwovens fully embedded in plastics, classifying them as cellular plastic products.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify weight per square meter (25-70 g/m²) and impregnation type via lab testing to confirm classification under 5603.12.0010
• Provide mill test certificates showing man-made filament composition and non-plastic/rubber coating for customs clearance
• Avoid misclassification as leather substitutes under Chapter 41 by documenting textile nonwoven base
Related Products under HTS 5603.12.00.10
Fashion Imitation Suede Apparel Interlining
Lightweight 30 g/m² nonwoven from polyester filaments, surface-coated with acrylic-resin blend beyond standard plastics to imitate suede for jacket linings. HTS 5603.12.0010 applies due to weight range, man-made filaments, and qualifying 'imitation suede' impregnation.
Handbag Imitation Suede Backing Fabric
35 g/m² polypropylene filament nonwoven with specialty polymer coating (beyond plastics) for suede effect in luxury bag interiors. HTS 5603.12.0010 due to precise weight and 'imitation suede' statistical designation.
Luggage Imitation Suede Interior Lining
42 g/m² acrylic filament nonwoven fabric treated with composite resin for suede texture in suitcase linings. HTS 5603.12.0010 classification based on weight range and non-plastic/rubber impregnation as imitation suede.
Marine Upholstery Imitation Suede Nonwoven
58 g/m² polyester filament nonwoven with antimicrobial resin coating mimicking suede for boat seat covers. Falls under HTS 5603.12.0010 for its weight, filament construction, and qualifying special impregnation.
Automotive Imitation Suede Headliner Material
Nonwoven man-made filament fabric at 55 g/m², coated with a specialty resin other than plastics or rubber to replicate suede for car roof linings. Classified in HTS 5603.12.0010 for its specified weight and unique impregnation qualifying as 'imitation suede' per statistical note (223).
Furniture Upholstery Imitation Suede Nonwoven
45 g/m² nonwoven polyester filament fabric with metallic-resin impregnation creating suede-like nap for sofa covers. Fits HTS 5603.12.0010 as imitation suede nonwoven in the 25-70 g/m² range with non-standard coating.