Obtained by mechanical entanglement, of staple fibers (223)
Nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated: > Other: > Weighing more than 150 g/m2: > Other: > Other > Other nonwovens, whether or not impregnated, coated or covered: > Obtained by mechanical entanglement, of staple fibers (223)
Duty Rate (from China)
Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Products classified under HTS 5603.94.90.50
Automotive Cabin Air Filter Media
Nonwoven fabric made from mechanically entangled polyester staple fibers, weighing over 150 g/m², used as the filter media in car cabin air filters to capture dust and pollen. Classified under HTS 5603.94.90.50 due to its mechanical entanglement process and staple fiber composition, without full embedding in plastics. It meets the chapter notes as a nonwoven not excluded to chapters 39 or 40.
Industrial Dust Collection Filter Bags
Heavy-duty nonwoven felt from needle-punched polypropylene staple fibers over 150 g/m², formed into bags for capturing fine dust in manufacturing plants. Falls under 5603.94.90.50 as mechanically entangled (needleloom) staple fiber nonwoven per chapter definition of felt. Not laminated beyond visible limits to stay in Chapter 56.
Geotextile Separation Fabric
Nonwoven polypropylene staple fiber fabric produced by mechanical needling, exceeding 150 g/m², used in civil engineering to separate soil layers in road construction. HTS 5603.94.90.50 applies to its staple fiber mechanical entanglement without exclusionary plastic lamination. Cohesion enhanced by stitch-bonding qualifies under chapter notes.
Needle-Punched Roofing Underlayment
Synthetic staple fiber nonwoven sheet over 150 g/m², mechanically entangled for use as breathable underlayment beneath roofing shingles to prevent moisture buildup. Classified in 5603.94.90.50 matching the mechanical entanglement of staple fibers description. Minimal impregnation doesn't trigger Chapter 39 exclusion.
Medical Wipe Substrate Nonwoven
Mechanically entangled rayon-polyester blend staple fiber nonwoven fabric >150 g/m² serving as base for disinfectant medical wipes in hospitals. HTS 5603.94.90.50 due to production by needlepunching staple fibers, qualifying as nonwoven felt per chapter notes. Not fully coated on both sides.
Heavy-Duty Battery Separator Material
Nonwoven separator from mechanically entangled polyethylene staple fibers weighing more than 150 g/m², used in industrial lead-acid batteries to prevent short circuits. Fits 5603.94.90.50 as staple fiber mechanically entangled nonwoven not excluded by plastic embedding notes. Chapter notes confirm inclusion unless fully coated both sides.
Abrasive Backing Nonwoven Web
Staple fiber nonwoven produced by mechanical entanglement, over 150 g/m², used as flexible backing for sanding discs and belts in woodworking. Under HTS 5603.94.90.50 for its needlepunched construction from synthetic staples. Resin coating is minimal, not visible both sides per notes.
Insulation Quilt Batting Nonwoven
Thick mechanically entangled polyester staple fiber nonwoven batting >150 g/m² for quilt insulation and upholstery padding. Classified 5603.94.90.50 as nonwoven obtained by mechanical entanglement of staples, akin to needleloom felt. No rubber or heavy plastic per exclusions.
Oil-Absorbent Boom Filler
Nonwoven core of mechanically entangled polypropylene staple fibers >150 g/m² stuffed into oil spill response booms for absorbing hydrocarbons. HTS 5603.94.90.50 covers the entangled staple nonwoven material before assembly. Meets chapter note for nonwovens with plastic bonding if not excluded.
Synthetic Leather Substrate Nonwoven
Heavy basis weight nonwoven from needle-punched polyurethane-compatible staple fibers >150 g/m², base for faux leather upholstery. 5603.94.90.50 for mechanical staple entanglement; subsequent PU coating done post-import typically. Chapter notes allow if coating not pre-applied visibly both sides.
Conveyor Belt Carcass Fabric
Mechanically entangled aramid staple fiber nonwoven >150 g/m² forming the strength carcass layer in heavy industrial conveyor belts. Under 5603.94.90.50 as staple fiber nonwoven by mechanical process. Not for reinforcing plastics per exclusion.
Furniture Interliner Padding
Polyester staple fiber nonwoven padding created by mechanical needling, over 150 g/m², layered between furniture fabric and foam for shape retention. HTS 5603.94.90.50 matches description of entangled staple nonwovens. Qualifies as needleloom felt per notes.
Heavy Filtration Candle Media
Tube-shaped nonwoven from mechanically entangled synthetic staples >150 g/m² for cartridge filters in water purification systems. 5603.94.90.50 for the base nonwoven material via staple entanglement. Plastic pleating support doesn't exclude per notes.
Composite Preform Nonwoven
Mechanically entangled glass fiber blend staple nonwoven mat >150 g/m² used as preform for resin infusion in composite manufacturing. Classed under 5603.94.90.50 for staple mechanical nonwoven not for plastic reinforcement exclusion. Chapter notes permit.
Sound Absorber Wall Liner
Dense nonwoven panel substrate from mechanically entangled recycled polyester staples >150 g/m² for acoustic wall treatments in studios. HTS 5603.94.90.50 applies to the staple fiber entangled nonwoven base. Adhesive backing minimal per notes.