Nonwoven Seedling Mats from Japan
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.
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
• Certify UV resistance if claimed, as it affects agricultural end-use declarations
• Distinguish from Chapter 39 plastic mulch films by fiber content lab reports
• Declare as 'biodegradable' only if testable to avoid false claims penalties