Para-Aramid Tow for Sailcloth
High-modulus para-aramid filament tow for premium sailcloth and yacht rigging fabrics. The tow consists of continuous aramid filaments with low creep and high tensile strength, suitable for weaving into marine fabrics. It meets the specifications for synthetic filament tow of aramids in heading 55.01.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the tow is cut into staple fibres for blended sailcloth yarns
Staple aramid fibres are classified in heading 55.03, not as filament tow.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the tow is not coated or laminated, as that would shift classification to Chapter 59
• Provide a declaration of the tow's twist and filament count
• If the sailcloth is imported as finished fabric, it would fall under heading 59.03 or 54.07
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