Polypropylene Staple Fiber Tow for Spun Yarns from United States
Polypropylene filament tow processed into staple fibers for spinning into yarns for woven fabrics or nonwovens. The tow is imported as synthetic filament tow of polypropylene, meeting the specifications of heading 55.01. It is classified under tariff item 5501.40.00 as it remains in filament tow form prior to conversion.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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May require HC Consumer Products Safety depending on intended use (HC21) and Canadian product category (HC29, HC30, HC31, HC32, HC33, HC34, HC35, HC36, HC37); or intended use (HC22, HC23, HC24, HC26, HC27) and Canadian product category (HC37). Matching criteria: Equal To 5501400000; Equal To 5501400000. Logic: MATCH IF (Valid HS Code) AND (Intended Use Code) AND (Valid Canadian Product Category).
CBSA Single Window matching criteria, unknown
Import Tips
• Ensure the tow is not yet cut into staple fibers, as that would reclassify it under heading 55.03
• Document the tow's specifications, including length and decitex, to meet chapter note 1
• Be prepared to explain the intended conversion process to CBSA if questioned