PP Filament Meltblown-Nonwoven Composite 160 gsm from Germany
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.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• 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