Medical Drape Nonwoven Fabric 160 g/m² from Mexico
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 — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
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