Polyester SMS Nonwoven Coverstock from China
Spunmelt-spunbond-meltblown (SMS) nonwoven fabric from polyester filaments, over 150 g/m², serving as a breathable cover layer for absorbent hygiene products. Classified under HTS 5603.14.9090 for nonwovens of man-made filaments >150 g/m², without rubber or plastic bonding that would exclude it. It meets chapter notes as not fully coated or embedded.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide fiber composition analysis showing >50% man-made filaments to avoid natural fiber headings
• Label as 'nonwoven' on invoices; mislabeling as 'fabric' can trigger Chapter 59 scrutiny
• Check for bonding substance; if plastics form the bond and visible, it may shift to Chapter 39