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.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If weighing 150 g/m² or less
Lower weight nonwovens for floor underlays classify under the lighter weight subheading within the same heading.
If completely embedded in or covered on both sides with visible plastics
Chapter notes exclude such heavily plastic-coated nonwovens, directing them to Chapter 39 for plastic floor coverings.
If sold as a finished carpet with integral underlay padding
Carpets and similar floor coverings with attached nonwoven underlays are classified by the carpet material in Chapter 57, not as separate nonwovens.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Verify weight exceeds 150 g/m² with lab testing to confirm classification in 5603.94.10; lighter nonwovens shift to 5603.93
• Provide mill test reports showing nonwoven construction and no visible plastic/rubber embedding to avoid reclassification to Chapter 39
• Label as 'floor covering underlay' and include end-use declaration to prevent customs disputes over general-purpose nonwovens
Related Products under HTS 5603.94.10
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.