Tea Bag Filter Paper Nonwoven from Mexico
14 g/m² wetlaid nonwoven blend of cellulose/man-made fibers for tea bags. HTS 5603.91.00 covers lightweight nonwovens heat-sealable for packaging. Blend avoids paper classification.
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
• Fiber ratio testing; >50% man-made keeps in 5603 vs Chapter 48
• FDA food contact compliance essential
• Specify nonwoven process (wetlaid) vs paper