SMS Nonwoven Surgical Gown Sheet from China
Spunbond-meltblown-spunbond (SMS) nonwoven fabric at 18 g/m², laminated with breathable film for liquid resistance. Falls under HTS 5603.91.00 for lightweight nonwovens, suitable for surgical gowns and drapes. Lamination enhances barrier properties without exceeding chapter note exclusions.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Document lamination as partial (not fully embedded) to stay in Chapter 56; include manufacturing specs
• Comply with ISO 13485 quality standards for medical device components during customs review
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests industrial use, which could trigger different valuation