What types of felt are covered under HS-4 5602?

HS-4 5602 includes needleloom felt, wool felt, felt made from other textile materials, and impregnated or laminated felt.

How do I know if my felt is impregnated or laminated?

If your felt has a coating or is treated to enhance durability, it is considered impregnated or laminated and should be classified under HS-6 560290.

Can I import felt made from synthetic fibers?

Yes, synthetic fiber felt can be imported under HS-6 560229, provided it is not impregnated, coated, or laminated.

What is the difference between HS-6 560210 and HS-6 560221?

HS-6 560210 is for needleloom felt, while HS-6 560221 is for non-needleloom felt made from wool or fine animal hair.

Are there any specific import regulations for felt products?

Yes, felt products may have specific import regulations depending on their material composition and intended use, so it's important to check with customs.

How can I ensure accurate classification of my felt products?

Consult with a customs broker or use the detailed descriptions in the Harmonized System to determine the correct HS-6 code for your felt products.

HS-4 · Heading

5602 — Felt; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated

Chapter 56: Wadding, felt and nonwovens

Plain-language overview

Use HS-4 5602 when importing felt products, such as needleloom felt used in automotive interiors or felt sheets for crafts. This heading covers various felt types, whether they are coated or laminated, making it essential to identify the specific subheading that fits your product.

When deciding between HS-6 560210 and 560221, consider the manufacturing process. If your felt is made through needleloom techniques, it falls under 560210. In contrast, if it’s crafted from wool or fine animal hair but not through needleloom methods, you should classify it under 560221.

For felt products made from other textile materials, HS-6 560229 is the correct choice, provided they are not impregnated or laminated. If your felt is treated with coatings or laminations, you will need to use HS-6 560290 instead, which covers those specific modifications.

Keywords & topics

Short phrases that describe this HS-4 heading when you're searching or filtering schedules.

felt import classification · HS-4 5602 · needleloom felt · coated felt · laminated felt · wool felt · textile materials felt · felt for crafts · felt sheets · stitch-bonded fabrics

Examples

Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.

Needleloom felt for automotive soundproofing
Craft felt sheets made from synthetic fibers
Wool felt for high-end fashion accessories
Laminated felt used in insulation applications
Stitch-bonded fibre fabrics for upholstery
Coated felt for industrial use

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Questions & answers

For orientation only—the binding text is your national tariff and the WCO nomenclature your country uses.

What types of felt are covered under HS-4 5602?: HS-4 5602 includes needleloom felt, wool felt, felt made from other textile materials, and impregnated or laminated felt.
How do I know if my felt is impregnated or laminated?: If your felt has a coating or is treated to enhance durability, it is considered impregnated or laminated and should be classified under HS-6 560290.
Can I import felt made from synthetic fibers?: Yes, synthetic fiber felt can be imported under HS-6 560229, provided it is not impregnated, coated, or laminated.
What is the difference between HS-6 560210 and HS-6 560221?: HS-6 560210 is for needleloom felt, while HS-6 560221 is for non-needleloom felt made from wool or fine animal hair.
Are there any specific import regulations for felt products?: Yes, felt products may have specific import regulations depending on their material composition and intended use, so it's important to check with customs.
How can I ensure accurate classification of my felt products?: Consult with a customs broker or use the detailed descriptions in the Harmonized System to determine the correct HS-6 code for your felt products.

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