Polyolefin Thermal Bonded Nonwoven 110 g/m² from Japan
Thermal bonded nonwoven from polyolefin man-made filaments at 110 g/m² matches HTS 5603.13.00 criteria. Applied in hygiene products like diaper topsheets for softness. Bonding uses minimal plastic within fiber matrix.
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 thermal bonding process to confirm no excess rubber/plastic per chapter exclusions
• For hygiene end-use, prepare REACH compliance if destined for EU markets
• Separate rolls from converted products to maintain raw material classification