Polyester SMS Nonwoven Fabric 120 g/m² from Japan
SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven fabric made from polyester filaments, at 120 g/m², commonly used in surgical drapes. Classified under HTS 5603.13.00.95 for nonwovens of man-made filaments in the specified weight range, whether or not lightly laminated. Excludes cases where rubber or plastics fully embed the textile per chapter notes.
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
• Declare the specific construction (SMS) and bonding method in documentation to distinguish from coated products
• Include grammage certificates; tolerances are strict, and misweighting leads to duty adjustments
• Avoid shipping in bulk rolls over 150 g/m² equivalent after packaging to stay in this subheading