Wipe Substrate Nonwoven from Japan
Hydrophilic spunlace nonwoven fabric at 65 g/m² serving as base for wet wipes, impregnated with mild wetting agents. Under HTS 5603.92.00 as medium-weight nonwovens, including those with plastic or chemical impregnation. Used in household cleaning products.
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
• Declare impregnation chemicals; ensure REACH compliance for EU markets
• Import dry rolls only to stay in 5603; saturated sheets become 3401
• Test absorbency and flushability if marketed as such