Stitch-Bonded Narrow Nonwoven Fabric from Japan
Stitch-bonded nonwoven polypropylene fabric, 26 cm wide, using chain stitches of textile yarn per chapter note. Classifies under HTS 6003.90.90.00 as knitted (including stitch-bonded) narrow fabrics. Used for apparel interlinings and filters.
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
• Reference chapter note on stitch-bonded in invoices to justify knit status over Chapter 56; test stitch formation for chain yarn confirmation; declare basis weight for potential statistical use