Microfiber Cleaning Cloth Nonwoven from Japan
15 g/m² needle-punched microfiber polyester nonwoven for household cleaning cloths. Under HTS 5603.91.00 as lightweight nonwovens not exceeding 25 g/m², ideal for absorbent wipes. Cohesion via mechanical bonding fits chapter definition.
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
• Confirm nonwoven status vs woven microfiber, which goes to Chapter 60
• Provide end-use declaration if for automotive vs household to avoid quotas
• Watch for color change from impregnation; doesn't affect visibility test per notes