Thermal Bonded Nylon Staple Nonwoven for Luggage Backing from Germany
Heavy thermal bonded nylon staple fiber nonwoven (>150 g/m²) reinforcement layer for soft luggage shells and backpacks. Falls under HTS 5603.94.90.30 as other nonwovens thermal bonded from staples. Adds tear resistance to travel bags.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
• Abrasion test results support durability claims; nylon content verified via FTIR analysis
• Distinguish from woven linings (Ch. 54-55) by documenting nonwoven structure
• Component declarations for luggage sets prevent valuation disputes