What is HS-4 5603 used for?
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HS-4 · Heading
5603 — Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated
Chapter 56: Wadding, felt and nonwovens
Plain-language overview
Use HS-4 5603 when importing nonwovens, such as a shipment of medical-grade disposable gowns made from man-made filaments. This heading includes products that may be impregnated, coated, or laminated, impacting their classification.
When deciding between HS-6 lines, consider the weight of the nonwoven material. For instance, if your product weighs 20g/m2, you would classify it under 560311. However, if it weighs 55g/m2, it falls under 560312. Each line specifies a weight range crucial for accurate classification.
Another boundary to note is the filament type. If your nonwoven is made from man-made filaments and weighs over 150g/m2, you should classify it under 560314. In contrast, if it’s not made from man-made filaments and weighs over 150g/m2, it would go under 560394.
Keywords & topics
Useful terms traders and brokers use for this HS-4 heading.
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Examples
Drawn from the official tariff wording for this HS-4 heading. Always confirm against your published schedule and legal notes.
- Medical gowns made from man-made nonwoven fabric (20g/m2)
- Geotextiles for soil stabilization (75g/m2, man-made filaments)
- Disposable filters for air purifiers (150g/m2, not man-made filaments)
- Insulation materials for construction (200g/m2, man-made filaments)
- Wipes for industrial cleaning (30g/m2, man-made filaments)
- Packaging materials for consumer goods (50g/m2, not man-made filaments)
- Protective covers for automotive parts (180g/m2, man-made filaments)
Common questions
Frequent classification questions with short practical guidance.
How to classify nonwoven fabrics?
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What are the weight limits for HS-6 5603?
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Are coated nonwovens included in HS-4 5603?
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What are examples of nonwoven products?
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How do I determine the right HS-6 code for nonwovens?
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Related topics
Common real-world topics that come up during code comparison.
how to classify nonwovens for import
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understanding HS-4 5603 for nonwoven fabrics
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weight categories for nonwoven materials
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differences between man-made and natural nonwovens
Compare adjacent HS lines and pick the one that matches material, function, and product form most closely.
importing nonwovens with specific weights
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examples of nonwoven products under HS-4 5603
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how to choose the right HS-6 code for nonwovens
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impact of coating on nonwoven classification
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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 nonwovens are covered under HS-4 5603?
- HS-4 5603 covers nonwovens that are impregnated, coated, covered, or laminated, both of man-made filaments and other materials.
- How do I determine the correct HS-6 code for my nonwoven product?
- Identify the weight of your nonwoven material and whether it is made from man-made filaments to select the appropriate HS-6 code.
- Are there different classifications for nonwovens based on weight?
- Yes, HS-6 codes are divided into categories based on weight, such as under 25g/m2, between 25g/m2 and 70g/m2, and so on.
- What if my nonwoven material is not made from man-made filaments?
- You can still classify it under HS-4 5603, but you will need to use the specific codes for nonwovens not made from man-made filaments.
- Can I import nonwovens that are coated or laminated?
- Yes, HS-4 5603 includes nonwovens that are coated or laminated, so make sure to classify them correctly based on their weight and filament type.
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HS-6 subheadings (8)
- 560311Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2)
- 560312Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2)
- 560313Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 70g/m2 but not more than 150g/m2)
- 560314Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 150g/m2)
- 560391Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing not more than 25g/m2)
- 560392Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 25g/m2 but not more than 70g/m2)
- 560393Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 70g/m2 but not more than 150g/m2)
- 560394Nonwovens; whether or not impregnated, coated, covered or laminated, not of man-made filaments, (weighing more than 150g/m2)