Spunbond Polypropylene Facial Mask Fabric from Mexico
Ultra-lightweight spunbond nonwoven polypropylene fabric weighing 20 g/m², coated with a thin meltblown layer for filtration. Classified under HTS 5603.91.00 as nonwovens weighing not more than 25 g/m², whether or not coated, used primarily in disposable face masks. The low weight and coating for barrier properties fit the chapter notes for heading 5603.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.94, articles the product of Mexico, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Verify exact grammage with lab testing as exceeding 25 g/m² shifts to 5603.92.00; retain certificates of analysis
• Ensure coating visibility with naked eye to avoid reclassification to Chapter 39 if fully embedded
• For medical end-use, prepare FDA import alerts documentation despite tariff classification