Polyester SMS Nonwoven Fabric 50 g/m² from Japan
SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven fabric of polyester filaments at 50 g/m², used in surgical masks and air filters. Classified under HTS 5603.12.00.95 for nonwovens of man-made filaments in the 25-70 g/m² range, with meltblown layer providing filtration without qualifying as plastic-bonded. Offers high dust protection and liquid resistance.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Document the SMS construction process to distinguish from plastic-laminated goods and support Chapter 56 classification
• Ensure grammage certification as customs may test samples; discrepancies lead to duty adjustments
• For FDA-regulated uses like masks, align import docs with medical device requirements early