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
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
• 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