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Adhesive-Coated Nonwoven Stabilizer from Japan

Polyester nonwoven stabilizer fabric (130 g/m²) coated with a specialty wax-resin adhesive for embroidery machine use. Classified in HTS 5603.13.0010 as a coated nonwoven of man-made filaments with non-standard materials in 70-150 g/m² range. Stabilizes fabric during stitching.

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

Document adhesive as 'other than plastics' with chemical specs to stay in 5603

Separate rolls from cut pieces; pre-cut for retail may go to 5903 as painted textiles