Medical Drape Nonwoven Fabric 160 g/m² from Japan
Sterilization-resistant nonwoven from polypropylene filaments, 160 g/m², for surgical drapes and gowns. HTS 5603.14.90 applies to this heavy 'other' man-made filament nonwoven. It remains in Chapter 56 as textile material exceeds 50% without full embedding.
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
• Comply with FDA import alerts for medical textiles; include sterilization certificates
• Label basis weight and filament type clearly to distinguish from staple fiber or lighter nonwovens
• If laminated with plastic film for waterproofing and visible, it risks Chapter 39 shift