Battery Separator Nonwoven from Japan
Thin nonwoven fabric ≤25 g/m² coated with ceramic nanoparticles for lithium-ion battery separators. Classified in HTS 5603.91.0010 for nonwovens with specialized non-plastic/non-rubber coatings enhancing thermal stability. Critical component in EV battery production.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide nanoparticle coating affidavits; visible coating test prevents Chapter 39 misrouting
• Comply with REACH-like declarations for battery materials; track origin for USMCA preferences
• Avoid declaring as 'parts of batteries' prematurely to stay in Chapter 56 for lower duties