Recycled PET Nonwoven Rug Pad from Japan
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.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include recycling certification and fiber content analysis to support nonwoven claim and eco-preferences in some markets
• Ensure no rubber backing is visible to naked eye, as that triggers Chapter 40 classification
• Declare exact GSM (grams per square meter) on commercial invoice; discrepancies lead to audits