Viscose Spinning Waste
> Fibrous waste from high-speed viscose spinning operations, including floor sweepings and machine lint. This is waste from artificial fibre production and is correctly classified under tariff item 5505.20.00.
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 |
More Specific Codes
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the waste is from synthetic fibres
Synthetic fibre waste is classified under a different item.
If the waste is in the form of textile dust and powder
Textile dust and powder are classified under heading 56.01.
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
• > Remove any non-fibrous contaminants like metal or plastic before shipping
• Provide a detailed description of the waste's origin and composition
• Consider using a customs broker to ensure accurate classification
Related Products under Tariff item 5505.20.00
Acetate Garnetted Stock
> Garnetted stock recovered from cellulose acetate fibers, produced by garnetting machines from manufacturing scraps. This material is classified as waste of artificial man-made fibres under tariff item 5505.20.00, as cellulose acetate is a regenerated artificial fibre, not a synthetic one.
Acetate Tow Waste
> Waste clippings and ends from acetate tow production, typically generated during the manufacture of cigarette filter tow. These are artificial fibre waste products, as acetate is a regenerated cellulose-based fibre, and are correctly classified under tariff item 5505.20.00.
Cellulose Acetate Noils
> Short noils from combing cellulose diacetate fibres, used in apparel yarn production. These noils are a by-product of artificial fibre processing and are classified as waste of artificial fibres under tariff item 5505.20.00.
Lyocell Processing Noils
> Noils from lyocell (Tencel) fibre production, a solvent-spun artificial fibre derived from wood pulp. These noils are waste from artificial fibre manufacturing and are correctly classified under tariff item 5505.20.00.
Modal Fiber Garnetted Waste
> Garnetted stock recovered from modal fabric trimmings, a beech tree-derived artificial fibre. This waste is regenerated cellulose fibre and is classified under tariff item 5505.20.00 as artificial fibre waste.
Rayon Noils
> Short fibre noils produced during rayon combing and carding, unsuitable for direct spinning. These noils are waste from artificial fibre processing and are classified under tariff item 5505.20.00.