Facial Mask Filter Layer from China
Meltblown nonwoven fabric at 95 g/m², the critical filter layer in disposable face masks capturing viruses and particles. HTS 5603.93.00 applies to this weight range nonwoven, with bonding not forming visible plastic cover. Key component in PPE production.
Duty Rate — China → United States
35%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
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)
Import Tips
• Test BFE/PFE filtration efficiency; declare filtration specs but as raw nonwoven, not device
• Avoid bundling with nose wires/earloops, which could classify as complete mask under 6307.90
• Post-COVID, expect heightened scrutiny on origin and quality certifications