Automotive Cabin Air Filter Media from China
Nonwoven synthetic blend fabric at 55 g/m², coated with adhesive for pleating, used in car cabin air filters to trap dust and pollen. Classified in HTS 5603.92.00 for nonwovens in the 25-70 g/m² range, including those coated with plastics or rubber for bonding. Essential for vehicle HVAC systems.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Provide airflow resistance and particle capture efficiency certifications to support automotive end-use claims
• Ensure documentation distinguishes media from assembled filters (HTS 8421) to prevent duty escalation
• Test for exact weight post-coating, as added plastics could push over 70 g/m² into 5603.93.00