Polypropylene Laminated Nonwoven Fabric for Medical Gowns

This heavy-duty nonwoven fabric, made from polypropylene man-made filaments and weighing over 150 g/m², is laminated with a plastic layer for waterproofing and barrier properties. It falls under HTS 5603.14.30.00 as a nonwoven of man-made filaments that is laminated, specifically designed for disposable medical protective gowns.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

5603.12.00Same rate: 35%

If weighing 150 g/m² or less

Lighter nonwovens of man-made filaments fall under the lower weight subheading in the same 5603.14 group.

3921.90.11.00Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If nonwoven is completely embedded in plastics

Per Chapter 56 note (c), products where textile is merely reinforcing and fully embedded go to Chapter 39 plastics.

5903.90.30Higher: 37.7% vs 35%

If textile base is woven rather than nonwoven

Laminated woven man-made fabrics are classified in Chapter 59, not nonwovens in Chapter 56.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Verify the fabric weight exceeds 150 g/m² and lamination is visible to the naked eye to avoid reclassification under Chapter 39

Provide lab test reports confirming man-made filament composition and nonwoven structure for smooth CBP review

Ensure documentation distinguishes from rubber-laminated versions, which may shift to Chapter 40 if bonding substance

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