Automotive Imitation Suede Headliner Material

Nonwoven fabric over 150 g/m², coated with polyurethane resins and mineral fillers to create suede-like nap for car roof linings. Falls under HTS 5603.94.90.10 due to nonwoven construction with additional impregnations beyond plastics alone, qualifying as imitation suede per statistical reporting. Provides sound insulation and aesthetic appeal in vehicles.

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.

5907.00.60.00Same rate: 35%

If for industrial use like painted/coated textile fabrics

Heading 5907 covers coated textiles for technical uses, potentially applicable if nonwoven aspect secondary

5603.93.00Same rate: 35%

If weight ≤150 g/m²

Weight threshold determines subheading within 5603; lighter nonwovens shift to 5603.93

3920.99Lower: 15.8% vs 35%

If sold as finished plastic-laminated sheet for vehicles

If plastics form the bonding/coating visible on both sides, excludes from 5603 per Chapter note (b)

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Import Tips & Compliance

Include automotive end-use certification if questioned on classification; test for coating visibility with naked eye per Chapter notes

Common pitfall: misdeclaring as plastic sheet (Ch39) - ensure textile predominance

Report under (223) statistical suffix

Related Products under HTS 5603.94.90.10

Imitation Suede Nonwoven Fabric

A nonwoven textile fabric weighing over 150 g/m², impregnated and coated with synthetic resins and pigments to mimic the texture and appearance of genuine suede leather. Classified under HTS 5603.94.90.10 as it is a nonwoven specifically identified as 'imitation suede' with coatings other than rubber or plastics alone. Used primarily for upholstery, clothing linings, and accessories.

Furniture Imitation Suede Upholstery Nonwoven

Heavyweight (>150 g/m²) nonwoven base coated with acrylic emulsions and metallic pigments imitating suede for sofa and chair upholstery. HTS 5603.94.90.10 applies as nonwovens impregnated/coated with materials additional to plastics/rubber, specifically 'imitation suede'. Durable for high-traffic residential and commercial furniture.

Synthetic Leather Imitation Suede Nonwoven Roll

Nonwoven fabric exceeding 150 g/m² impregnated with wax emulsions and coated with flock fibers for suede imitation used in bags and shoes. Meets HTS 5603.94.90.10 as 'imitation suede' with coverings beyond rubber/plastics/wood pulp/glass. Supplied in rolls for leather goods manufacturing.

Microfiber Imitation Suede Cleaning Cloth Substrate

Nonwoven >150 g/m² coated with silicone emulsions and abrasives imitating suede texture for premium cleaning cloth backings. Classifies to HTS 5603.94.90.10 for nonwovens with additional non-standard coatings as 'imitation suede'. Used in automotive and household detailing products.

Wall Covering Imitation Suede Nonwoven

Heavy nonwoven (>150 g/m²) with vinyl-acrylic coatings and textured pigments creating suede effect for interior wallcoverings. HTS 5603.94.90.10 due to additional impregnations qualifying as imitation suede, excluding standard plastics coverage. Fire-retardant for commercial spaces.