Hygiene Backing Laminated Nonwoven

Breathable nonwoven PE/PE laminated sheet >150 g/m² for diaper and sanitary napkin backings. Classified under HTS 5603.94.30.00 for laminated nonwoven hygiene fabrics.

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.

3921.90.11.00Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If PE film with thin nonwoven ≤50% weight

Textile-minor laminates go to plastics chapter exclusion.

4818.90.00Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If paper-based laminated backsheet

Paper hygiene materials use Chapter 48.

5603.93.00Same rate: 35%

If <150 g/m² grammage

Weight subheading change within nonwovens.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Comply with REACH for phthalate-free laminates in consumer goods

Document breathability (MVTR test) for sanitary performance

Invoice components separately from finished hygiene products

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