Nonwoven Retail Face Masks

Disposable 3-ply nonwoven face masks (45 g/m² total), earloop attached, individually packaged for retail sale. HTS 5603.92.00.70 covers these ready-for-use nonwoven articles not elsewhere specified.

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.

6307.90.98Lower: 24.5% vs 35%

If certified as NIOSH N95 respirators

Specialty filter masks with performance certification classify as 'other made-up articles' under Chapter 63.

5603.12.00Same rate: 35%

If imported as bulk uncut mask filter media

Unfinished nonwoven sheets/rolls for mask production remain under fabric headings.

9020.00.60.00Lower: 12.5% vs 35%

If with integrated exhalation valves

Masks with functional valves become breathing appliances under Chapter 90.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Measure total grammage of all layers combined to stay within 25-70 g/m² range

Retail individual packaging qualifies even without institutional end-use markings

N95 certification may trigger 6307.90 classification if meeting specific filter standards