Merino Wool Felt Rug Underlay
Stitch-bonded nonwoven felt from merino wool exceeding 150 g/m², ideal for underlay beneath oriental rugs to prevent slipping and add comfort. HTS 5603.94.10.10 covers this as wool nonwoven floor covering underlay, cohesive via web fibers without external plastic bonding.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If for other synthetic floor underlays
If misidentified as polyamide nonwoven, moves to 5603.94.9010; fiber content dictates.
If prefabricated into carpet tiles
Prefabricated carpet components with nonwoven base classify under lighting/illuminated signs? Wait, no: actually 5703 for carpet tiles; end-use as finished product.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Test for stitch-bonding process to confirm nonwoven status per Chapter note on felt
• Declare exact weight per m²; variances can shift to adjacent subheadings
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Fine Animal Hair Rug Padding
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Wool Blend Nonwoven Floor Underlay
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Alpaca Hair Carpet Pad
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