Nonwoven Disposable Tablecloths
Pre-folded, sized nonwoven tablecloths of polyester filaments at 50 g/m², packaged for institutional use in catering. Classified under HTS 5603.12.00.70 as ready-for-use nonwoven articles of man-made filaments, perforated edges for stability.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If laminated with plastic film visible to naked eye
Plastic-laminated nonwovens may classify as other plastic articles if coating dominates.
If resembling traditional textile table linen by weave or construction
Woven or knit mimics shift to Chapter 63; true nonwovens stay in 56.
If weighing over 70 g/m²
Heavier nonwovens fall into the >70 g/m² subheading regardless of packaging.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Document end-use as table covers to distinguish from general household linens in Chapter 63
• Ensure weight certification to avoid reclassification to lighter 5603.11 subheadings
• Label as 'disposable' to support nonwoven article status over textile fabric claims
Related Products under HTS 5603.12.00.70
Nonwoven Polypropylene Wipes
Pre-cut, folded, and packaged nonwoven polypropylene wipes weighing 40 g/m², designed for industrial cleaning. These ready-for-use wipes are perforated for easy dispensing and meet HTS 5603.12.00.70 as nonwoven articles of man-made filaments, packaged for retail or industrial sale, not elsewhere specified.
Nonwoven Medical Drape Sheets
Sterile, folded nonwoven drape sheets of polypropylene at 60 g/m², perforated and packaged for hospital retail supply. HTS 5603.12.00.70 applies to these ready-for-use, impregnated nonwoven articles of man-made filaments for institutional medical use.
Nonwoven Shoe Coveralls
Elasticated, pre-folded nonwoven shoe covers at 30 g/m² polypropylene, packaged for institutional cleanroom retail sale. HTS 5603.12.00.70 covers these ready-for-use, perforated nonwoven protection articles.
Nonwoven Seedling Mats
Perforated, rolled nonwoven mats of 55 g/m² polypropylene for agricultural retail, ready for planting seedlings. Under HTS 5603.12.00.70 as packaged nonwoven articles of man-made filaments for institutional farming use.
Nonwoven Air Freshener Pads
Pre-cut, impregnated nonwoven pads at 35 g/m² for retail air freshener dispensers, packaged individually. HTS 5603.12.00.70 includes these ready-for-use, separated nonwoven articles of man-made filaments.
Nonwoven Cable Wraps
Adhesive-backed, slit nonwoven wraps of 65 g/m² polyester for industrial cable bundling, retail packaged. Classifies under HTS 5603.12.00.70 as ready-for-use perforated nonwoven articles.