PU-Impregnated Spunlace Nonwoven Wipe from Japan
Spunlace nonwoven sheet at 50 g/m² impregnated with polyurethane for enhanced durability and water resistance, used as industrial cleaning wipes. Classified in 5603.92.0010 due to impregnation beyond standard plastics exclusion and weight range. Ideal for automotive and surface cleaning applications.
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
• Obtain manufacturer's certification on impregnation type to distinguish from plain plastic-coated nonwovens in 5603.12
• Ensure documentation shows end-use as wipes, not apparel, to prevent misclassification
• Test for visible coating; if naked-eye plastics dominate, expect shift to Chapter 39 per notes