Polyolefin Filament Nonwoven Roofing Underlayment 250 gsm from Japan
Extra-heavy polyolefin filament nonwoven at 250 g/m² for roofing underlayment, providing vapor barrier. Classified in HTS 5603.94.90.70 for other filament nonwovens over 150 g/m², lightly coated. Weight and filament base keep it in Chapter 56.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Certify grammage with independent testing to defend against weight-based challenges
• Specify 'nonwoven' and 'filaments' on all docs; avoid 'plastic sheet' terms
• Check for >50% textile content if coated to stay out of Chapters 39/40