Insulation Backing Nonwoven from China
Glass fiber reinforced nonwoven scrim weighing 75 g/m², backing for thermal/acoustic insulation batts. HTS 5603.93.00 covers this lightweight nonwoven 70-150 g/m², stitch-bonded per chapter note. Used in HVAC and appliance insulation.
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
• Document stitch-bonding process to qualify under felt/nonwoven chapter note
• Separate from insulation core to avoid Chapter 68 glass fiber classification
• Fire rating certifications (Class A) often required