Nonwoven Diaper Backing Sheets

Perforated nonwoven topsheets (35 g/m²) pre-cut to diaper dimensions, packaged for institutional childcare facilities. Falls under HTS 5603.92.00.70 as ready-for-use retail/institutional nonwovens.

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.

9619.00.41.00Lower: 26% vs 35%

If assembled into complete disposable diapers

Finished hygiene garments with absorbent cores classify under Chapter 96 baby products.

5603.94Lower: 10% vs 35%

If under 25 g/m² grammage

Lighter nonwovens shift to 5603.94 statistical reporting.

4818.90.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If cellulose-based rather than synthetic nonwoven

Paper hygiene sheet materials fall under Chapter 48, not textile Chapter 56.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Distinguish from finished diapers (9619.00); these are component sheets only

Perforation patterns must be documented as functional, not decorative

Bulk institutional packaging still qualifies if sized for direct assembly use