Insulation Backing Nonwoven from China
Nonwoven scrim ≤25 g/m² coated with adhesive resins and mineral fillers for thermal insulation backings. HTS 5603.91.0010 applies to such lightweight nonwovens with non-rubber/plastic dominant coatings. Used in building and appliance insulation.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Test coating visibility per Chapter note; photos/logs prevent plastics Chapter 39 downgrade
• Fire retardancy certs required for insulation; declare VOC emissions for EPA compliance