Polypropylene Spunbond Nonwoven Fabric 45 g/m² from Germany

This lightweight polypropylene spunbond nonwoven fabric weighs 45 g/m² and is made from man-made filaments, ideal for medical gowns and protective covers. It falls under HTS 5603.12.00.95 as a nonwoven of man-made filaments weighing more than 25 g/m² but not more than 70 g/m², without significant impregnation or lamination. Commonly used in disposable hygiene products for its breathability and barrier properties.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter

Import Tips

Verify exact weight per square meter with lab testing to confirm 25-70 g/m² range and avoid reclassification to lighter or heavier nonwovens

Provide mill certificates detailing filament composition and production method (e.g

spunbond) for customs valuation and origin claims

Watch for inadvertent plastic coatings visible to the naked eye, which could shift to Chapter 39 if covering both sides