Nonwoven Automotive Filter Media

Pleated nonwoven filter sheets (60 g/m²) for cabin air filters, cut to size and packaged for retail auto parts sale. HTS 5603.92.00.70 applies to these ready-for-use industrial nonwoven articles.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

8421.39.01Same rate: 35%

If mounted in plastic/metal filter housing

Complete air filters with nonwoven media classify as machinery parts under Chapter 84.

5603.12.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as continuous filter rolls

Uncut nonwoven webs remain fabric classification, not articles.

3926.90.99Lower: 22.8% vs 35%

If heavily plastic-impregnated

Nonwovens where plastic coating visible to naked eye classify under plastics Chapter 39.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Confirm no frame/housing attachment; framed filters go to 8421.39

Industrial/retail packaging documentation prevents bulk fabric misclassification

Test for plastic impregnation visible to naked eye (may shift to Chapter 39)