Polyamide Heavy Nonwoven Insulation from Japan
Thermal and acoustic insulation nonwoven from polyamide filaments exceeding 150 g/m² for machinery housings. HTS 5603.14.9090 for such 'other' heavy man-made nonwovens, meeting chapter notes on non-excluded laminates.
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
• Certify weight and filament composition; polyamide often scrutinized for fishing net notes
• Declare as bulk rolls vs retail to use correct statistical breakout
• Avoid 'felt' terminology if stitch-bonded; chapter note specifies inclusions