5603.12.00 - Weighing more than 25 g/m2 but not more than 70 g/m2

This HTS category, 5603.12.00, encompasses nonwoven fabrics specifically manufactured from man-made filaments and weighing more than 25 grams per square meter (g/m²) but not exceeding 70 g/m². These materials are characterized by their weight, falling within a mid-range for nonwoven fabrics of this filament type. This group includes a broad spectrum of nonwovens that may be further processed or prepared, such as through impregnation, coating, covering, or lamination with various substances.

Distinction from sibling categories is primarily based on weight. Unlike 5603.11.00, which covers lighter nonwovens (25 g/m² or less), this category applies to those within the 25 to 70 g/m² range. Furthermore, it differs from 5603.13.00 and 5603.14, which classify heavier nonwoven fabrics. This precise weight demarcation is a crucial factor for accurate classification.

Within 5603.12.00, further subdivisions exist to address specific treatments and end-uses. Subcategories differentiate between nonwovens that are impregnated, coated, or covered with materials beyond basic rubber, plastics, wood pulp, or glass fibers, including those referred to as "imitation suede." Additionally, a distinct subcategory exists for nonwoven articles that are ready for use and packaged for industrial, institutional, or retail sale, covering a range of finished or semi-finished products not elsewhere specified. A general "Other" category captures any remaining nonwovens meeting the weight criteria that do not fall into these more specific subdivisions.