Imitation Suede Nonwoven Fabric
A lightweight nonwoven fabric weighing not more than 25 g/m², impregnated and coated with synthetic resins to mimic the texture and appearance of genuine suede leather. It falls under HTS 5603.91.0010 as a nonwoven specifically classified as 'imitation suede' with coatings other than rubber or plastics alone. Commonly used in fashion for linings and apparel interfaces.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If coated primarily with plastics without suede imitation
Pure plastic-coated nonwovens ≤25 g/m² shift to 5603.12 as plastics form the main covering, per Chapter 56 exclusion notes.
If made up into textile articles like coated sheets
Coated nonwovens converted into finished articles (e.g., linings) move to Chapter 59 for textile coverings.
If textile content ≤50% or completely embedded in coating
Chapter 56 note (c) excludes nonwovens where textile is minor or reinforcing in plastic sheets, classifying under Chapter 39.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify coating visibility with naked eye to distinguish from Chapter 39 plastics; document lab tests for composition
• Label as 'imitation suede' per statistical note (223) for accurate reporting; ensure weight ≤25 g/m² certification
• Avoid misclassification as finished leather goods (Chapter 41); provide nonwoven production process affidavits
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