Viscose Staple Fiber Substitute Synthetic 2 Denier
Synthetic staple fibers mimicking viscose properties, 2 denier, are unprocessed fibers for rayon-like textiles. They fall under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'other' synthetic staple fibres, not carded, combed or otherwise processed for spinning.
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 fibers are of viscose rayon
Viscose rayon staple fibers are specifically provided for in heading 55.04.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the fibers are unprocessed
• Provide denier and polymer type documentation
• If the fibers are actually viscose (regenerated cellulose), they would be classified in Chapter 55 under a different heading
Related Products under Tariff item 5503.90.00
Antibacterial Nylon Staple Fiber 2.5 Denier
Nylon staple fibers infused with antibacterial agents, 2.5 denier, unprocessed for hygiene textiles. These synthetic staple fibres of nylon are not carded, combed, or processed for spinning, classified under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'Other'.
Bicomponent PET/PE Staple Fiber 3.5 Denier
Bicomponent polyester/polyethylene core-sheath staple fibers for thermal bonding, unprocessed. These synthetic staple fibres are not carded or combed, classified under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'Other'.
Colored Polyolefin Staple Fiber 4 Denier
Pre-colored polyolefin staple fibers at 4 denier, raw for direct spinning, not carded or combed. These synthetic staple fibres of polyolefin are classified under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'Other'.
Conductive Carbon Synthetic Staple Fiber 7 Denier
Carbon-infused synthetic staple fibers for antistatic textiles, 7 denier, raw and unprocessed. These synthetic staple fibres are not carded or combed, classified under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'Other'.
Flame Retardant Polyester Staple Fiber 4 Denier
Flame-retardant treated polyester staple fibers, 4 denier, raw for fire-safe upholstery spinning. These synthetic staple fibres of polyester are not carded or combed, classified under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'Other'.
Gel-Infused Cooling Synthetic Staple Fiber 6 Denier
Phase-change gel infused synthetic staple fibers for cooling bedding, 6 denier, raw. These synthetic staple fibres are not carded or combed, classified under tariff item 5503.90.00 as 'Other'.