SMS Nonwoven Fabric 45 g/m² for Protective Apparel from Japan
SMS (spunbond-meltblown-spunbond) nonwoven fabric at 45 g/m² provides barrier protection for coveralls and lab coats. Classified under HTS 5603.92.00.95 due to its nonwoven construction and weight between 25-70 g/m², with minimal lamination. It's engineered for high filtration efficiency without full plastic embedding.
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
• Document the SMS layer construction and basis weight certification to differentiate from coated textiles that might classify elsewhere
• Check for any rubber or plastic bonding exceeding visible limits, as per Chapter 56 notes, to stay within nonwovens heading
• Label shipments clearly as 'nonwoven fabric for apparel' to aid CBP review and prevent misclassification as finished garments