Nonwoven Spill Absorbent Pads
Perforated nonwoven pads (52 g/m²) bonded with superabsorbent polymer, packaged for industrial spill response. HTS 5603.92.00.70 for ready-for-use industrial nonwoven articles.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If packaged in complete spill response kits
Articles put up in sets for separate use classify under impregnated products heading.
If primary superabsorbent polymer construction
Plastic-based absorbents (not textile nonwoven) fall under Chapter 39.
If cellulose-based pads
Paper spill absorbents classify under Chapter 48 filter paper headings.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• SAP content <50% textile keeps in Chapter 56; test fiber composition
• Perforated sheets for easy tearing qualify as 'separated or perforated'
• Industrial spill kits may trigger set classification under 5609
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