Protective Packaging Nonwoven 175 g/m²

Void-fill and surface protection nonwoven sheets from PP filaments, 175 g/m². Under HTS 5603.14.90 as other >150 g/m² man-made nonwovens. Applies to non-coated versions for logistics.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 35%

If cut and hemmed for made-up protective articles

Made-up textile articles not elsewhere specified go to Heading 6307.

5603.93.00Same rate: 35%

If of man-made staple fibers

Staple-based heavy nonwovens (>150 g/m²) use 5603.93.

4823.90Lower: 10% vs 35%

If paper-based nonwoven alternative

Cellulose nonwovens often classify under paper/paperboard in Chapter 48.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Specify non-absorbent treatment doesn't constitute visible coating

Use commercial invoices detailing roll widths to avoid narrow fabric misclass

Watch bulk vs retail pack; retail sets may use different provisions

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