Spunlace Nonwoven Hydroentanglement Line from Germany
High-pressure water jet system entangles fibers mechanically to form strong nonwoven fabrics without binders, used for wet wipes. Classified in HTS 8449.00.50.00 as nonwovens manufacturing machinery. Produces soft, absorbent fabrics for hygiene products.
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
• Include water pressure specs and fiber throughput rates; ensure wastewater treatment compliance documentation; pitfall is classifying complete lines as multiple machines