Nonwoven Diaper Backing Sheets from Japan
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.
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
• 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