SMS Nonwoven Coverstock for Diapers
SMS (spunmelt spunbond) nonwoven fabric at 18 g/m² serving as soft topsheet for baby diapers and adult incontinence products. Classified under HTS 5603.91.00.90 for lightweight nonwovens not over 25 g/m² without rubber or plastic bonding visible externally. Essential for hygiene product manufacturing.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing over 25 g/m² but not more than 70 g/m²
Weight determines subheading within nonwovens of Chapter 56.
If paper-based nonwoven composite
Paper hygiene products fall under Chapter 48, distinguished by fiber content.
If extruded plastic film mistaken for nonwoven
Cellular plastic films are Chapter 39, lacking textile fiber web structure.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include technical data sheets proving SMS construction and weight compliance
• Declare as nonwoven, not plastic, to avoid Chapter 39 reclassification
• Check for anti-dumping duties on certain polypropylene nonwovens from Asia
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