Oil Spill Absorbent Boom Filler

Polypropylene nonwoven filler material weighing 145 g/m² for oil spill containment booms and socks. HTS 5603.93.00 classifies this heavy nonwoven 70-150 g/m², oleophilic for selective oil absorption. Environmental cleanup essential.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN RateCh.99 SurchargesTotal Effective Rate
🇨🇳ChinaFree+35.0%35%
🇲🇽MexicoFree+10.0%10%
🇨🇦CanadaFree+10.0%10%
🇩🇪GermanyFree+10.0%10%
🇯🇵JapanFree+10.0%10%

Alternative Classifications

This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.

4008.21Lower: 10% vs 35%

If rubber cellular absorbent

Cellular rubber spill materials in Chapter 40.

5601.22Lower: 16.3% vs 35%

If wadding/polyester loose fill

Absorbent wadding to 5601.

8421.99Lower: 10% vs 35%

If machinery filtration media

Industrial oil-water separators in Chapter 84.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Oil retention capacity certification; EPA compliance

Loose fill or sheet form—complete booms may be 6307

UN hazmat packaging if absorbent saturated

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