HS Code 5602
Felt and Coated Felt Materials
HS code 5602 covers felt made from wool, hair, or synthetic fibres, including needleloom and stitch-bonded fabrics, used for industrial insulation and crafts.
HS Code 5602 — Felt and Coated Felt Materials
Felt is a nonwoven textile produced by matting, condensing, and pressing fibres together. This code covers bulk rolls or sheets of needleloom felt and stitch-bonded goods, even if they are treated with protective coatings or laminated with plastic.
What's included
- Needleloom felt
- Stitch-bonded fibre fabrics
- Felt impregnated with rubber
- Roofing felt (base material)
What's excluded
- Asphalt-saturated roofing felt → use
6807(Once heavily impregnated with bitumen, it is classified as an article of stone/asphalt.) - Floor coverings with felt backing → use
5704(Finished floor coverings are classified specifically under Chapter 57.)
Common examples
- Rolls of industrial wool felt
- Needle-punched synthetic felt for automotive liners
- Felt sheets for furniture protection pads
Frequently asked questions
Does 5602 include felt with a sticky back?
Yes, felt sheets or rolls with a pressure-sensitive adhesive layer remain under 5602 as long as they are in bulk or simple shapes.
Trade & shipping notes
- Typical duty range: 0% - 12%
- Documentation: Requires fibre composition breakdown (e.g., % wool vs % polyester) for accurate sub-heading duty calculation.
- Typical shipping mode: FCL
- Top exporters: China, Germany, Italy
- Top importers: United States, Vietnam, Mexico
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Key takeaway
Covers non-constructed felt in rolls or sheets; excludes finished articles like hats or floor mats.
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