HS 560313 Weighing more than 70 g/m2 but not more than 150 g/m2

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What products does HS 560313 cover?

This subheading covers nonwovens and articles thereof, specifically those weighing more than 70 g/m² but not more than 150 g/m². According to the World Customs Organization (WCO) Harmonized System Nomenclature, this category includes synthetic or artificial textile materials, whether or not impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated with plastics or rubber. Official definitions from sources like the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) and the EU's TARIC database confirm that the key determinant for classification within this sub-category is the precise weight per square meter, falling within the specified range.

What falls outside HS 560313?

The following products are excluded from HS 560313: nonwovens weighing less than 70 g/m² or more than 150 g/m², which would be classified under HS 560311 or 560312 respectively. Additionally, articles of paper or paperboard, felt, or other materials not meeting the definition of nonwovens are excluded. For instance, woven or knitted fabrics, even if they resemble nonwovens, are classified elsewhere, as are products that have undergone significant processing beyond impregnation or coating, such as fully formed garments or specialized industrial filters not primarily defined by their nonwoven textile base.

What are common classification mistakes for HS 560313?

A common error is misinterpreting the weight requirement, leading to classification under adjacent subheadings. Importers may also incorrectly classify products that have undergone additional treatments or laminations that alter their fundamental nature as nonwovens. For example, a composite material where the nonwoven is merely a component of a larger, more complex product might be misclassified. Adherence to General Interpretative Rule 1 and Rule 3 (where applicable for composite goods) is crucial to avoid these mistakes.

How should importers classify products under HS 560313?

The correct procedure for classifying products under HS 560313 involves a two-step process: first, confirm that the product is indeed a nonwoven textile material as defined by Chapter 56. Second, accurately measure its weight per square meter. If the weight falls between 70 g/m² and 150 g/m² inclusive, and it meets all other criteria for heading 5603, then HS 560313 is the appropriate classification. Importers should maintain precise product specifications and test results to support their declarations.

How is the duty calculated for products under HS 560313?

A roll of spunbond polypropylene nonwoven fabric weighing 100 g/m², with a declared customs value of $5,000 USD for a shipment of 1,000 kg, would attract a US duty of $250.00. This is calculated using the Most Favored Nation (MFN) rate of 5% ad valorem (5% × $5,000 USD = $250.00). This calculation is based on the declared value and the MFN duty rate published in the USITC Harmonized Tariff Schedule for HS code 5603.13.0000.

Which trade agreements reduce duties for HS 560313?

Several free trade agreements may reduce the applicable duty rate for HS 560313, including the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which can provide for duty-free entry for qualifying goods originating from Canada or Mexico. Additionally, the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP) may offer reduced or duty-free rates for eligible goods from developing countries. To claim these preferences, importers typically require a self-certified origin statement for USMCA or a GSP Form A for GSP beneficiaries, depending on the specific agreement and originating country.

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