Polypropylene Tow for Medical Nonwovens from United States
Fine-denier polypropylene tow for spunmelt nonwovens in surgical drapes and masks. The tow is of polypropylene and meets the specifications for synthetic filament tow under heading 55.01. It is classified under tariff item 5501.40.00 as it is of polypropylene and remains in filament tow form.
Duty Rate — United States → Canada
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Import Tips
• Confirm the tow is not yet processed into nonwoven fabric, as that would reclassify it under Chapter 56
• Provide the tow's specifications, including total measurement and filament decitex, to meet chapter note 1
• Ensure compliance with Health Canada regulations for medical-grade materials if applicable