Specialty Coated Nonwoven Roofing Underlayment from Japan
Nonwoven roofing felt alternative (>150 g/m² man-made filaments) coated with bitumen-alternative compounds beyond plastics. Classifies in 5603.14.90.10 as impregnated/coated heavy nonwovens. Provides waterproofing layer under shingles.
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
• Lab reports on coating composition critical to avoid Chapter 27 (bitumen) or 39 overlaps
• Roll dimensions and packaging should indicate fabric status, not finished roofing product
• Confirm no wood pulp to exclude statistical note limitations