Automotive Insulation Nonwoven Mat 180 g/m² from Japan
A needle-punched polyester nonwoven mat at 180 g/m² designed for vehicle sound and thermal insulation. Classified under HTS 5603.94.90 for nonwovens over 150 g/m², other types, as it lacks plastics/rubber bonding or visible coating per chapter notes. Its density suits heavy-duty applications without qualifying as felt.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Include technical specs showing no rubber as bonding agent, per Heading 5603 exclusion notes
• For automotive end-use, prepare for potential queries on reinforcing role; document as primary textile product
• Ensure uniformity in grammage across rolls to avoid sampling disputes at entry