Protective Apparel Laminated Nonwoven

Microporous nonwoven fabric laminated with PE film, over 150 g/m², for hazmat suits and coveralls. Classified in HTS 5603.94.30.00 for laminated nonwovens with visible textile lamination.

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.

6210.10.50Lower: 17.5% vs 35%

If sewn into finished protective garments

Assembled apparel shifts from fabric Chapter 56 to Chapter 62.

3926.90Lower: 15.3% vs 35%

If both sides fully covered with plastic film

Naked-eye visible double coating excludes from 5603 per note (b).

5603.94.90Same rate: 35%

If not specifically 'laminated fabrics' per statistical note 223

Other heavy nonwovens >150g/m² use catch-all if not laminated type.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Certify to ANSI/ISEA standards for protective clothing imports

Distinguish from finished garments in Chapter 62 via cut-to-shape status

Test AAMI levels for fluid resistance in medical PPE contexts

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