PP Filament Meltblown-Nonwoven Composite 160 gsm

A composite nonwoven of polypropylene filaments with meltblown layer, totaling 160 g/m², for heavy-duty filtration. Falls under HTS 5603.94.90.70 as filament nonwoven >150 g/m², whether laminated. Bonding uses minimal plastics, visible only microscopically.

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.

5603.92.00Same rate: 35%

If weight between 25-100 g/m²

Filament nonwovens in that range use 5603.92 subheading.

3920.99.20.00Higher: 39.2% vs 35%

If nonwoven entirely coated/covered on both sides visibly

Chapter exclusion moves visibly double-coated nonwovens to plastics Chapter 39.

5608.19Lower: 15% vs 35%

If made into knotted netting panels

Processed into nets shifts from Chapter 56 nonwovens to made-up nets.

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Import Tips & Compliance

Detail production process (meltblown vs spunbond) in invoices to confirm nonwoven status

Avoid bulk packaging that mimics Chapter 39 sheets; label clearly as textile nonwoven

If for medical end-use, prepare for additional FDA docs despite tariff classification

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