Floor covering underlays
Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated: > Other: > Weighing more than 150 g/m2: > Floor covering underlays
Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 5603.94.10
Polypropylene Felt Carpet Underlay
A nonwoven polypropylene felt sheet weighing over 150 g/m², designed specifically as an underlay for carpet flooring to provide cushioning and sound insulation. It falls under HTS 5603.94.10 as a nonwoven floor covering underlay exceeding the weight threshold, not embedded in plastics or rubber per chapter notes.
Recycled PET Nonwoven Rug Pad
Nonwoven fabric made from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fibers, over 150 g/m², serving as a rug pad to prevent slipping and add comfort under area rugs. Classified in HTS 5603.94.10 for its nonwoven structure and specific floor covering underlay function, compliant with chapter exclusions.
Needle-Punched Polyester Carpet Cushion
Needle-punched nonwoven polyester fabric exceeding 150 g/m², used as a cushioning underlay beneath wall-to-wall carpeting for noise reduction and comfort. HTS 5603.94.10 applies to this stitch-bonded nonwoven per chapter definition of felt, designated for floor coverings.
Thermal Insulated Felt Floor Underlayment
Nonwoven felt underlay with thermal properties, weight >150 g/m², placed under laminate or hardwood floors for insulation and moisture barrier. Falls under 5603.94.10 as other nonwovens specified for floor covering applications, not reinforced merely for plastics.
Anti-Slip Nonwoven Laminate Underlay
Heavy nonwoven (>150 g/m²) lightly laminated on one side for anti-slip properties, used under area rugs and carpets. HTS 5603.94.10 covers this as floor underlay where plastic coating is not visible on both sides or embedding per chapter exclusions.