Spunbond Polypropylene Facial Mask Fabric from Mexico
Lightweight spunbond nonwoven polypropylene fabric weighing 20 g/m², used as the outer layer in disposable surgical face masks. It falls under HTS 5603.91.00.90 as a nonwoven textile material under 25 g/m², not impregnated or laminated with plastics visible to the naked eye. This classification applies to uncoated nonwovens primarily for protective apparel.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Verify exact weight per m² with lab testing to confirm under 25 g/m² threshold
• Provide mill test certificates showing fiber composition and nonwoven construction
• Avoid misclassification as plastic film by ensuring no visible plastic coating