5603.13.00 - Weighing more than 70 g/m2 but not more than 150 g/m2

This HTS category, 5603.13.00, encompasses nonwoven fabrics manufactured from man-made filaments that have a specific weight range. These materials weigh more than 70 grams per square meter (g/m²) but do not exceed 150 grams per square meter (g/m²). This weight criterion is a primary determinant for classifying these nonwoven products within Chapter 56, distinguishing them from other nonwovens based on their density and bulk.

Distinction from sibling categories is crucial for accurate classification. HTS codes 5603.11.00 and 5603.12.00 cover nonwovens of man-made filaments weighing significantly less, specifically not more than 25 g/m² and more than 25 g/m² but not more than 70 g/m², respectively. Conversely, 5603.14 addresses nonwovens exceeding 150 g/m². Therefore, this specific code captures the mid-weight range of these synthetic filament-based nonwoven textiles.

The subcategories under 5603.13.00 further refine the classification based on specific treatments or end-uses. These include nonwovens that are impregnated, coated, or covered with materials beyond basic rubber, plastics, wood pulp, or glass fibers, and also "imitation suede" products. Additionally, the subcategories distinguish between ready-for-use nonwoven articles packaged for sale and "other" nonwoven materials that do not fit into the more specific descriptions, providing a granular approach to classifying these diverse products.