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Gel-Cooling Polyester Staple Fiber

Phase-change material infused polyester staple fibers for cooling mattress fillings, processed for spinning. These are synthetic staple fibres of polyesters that have been carded or combed, falling under tariff item 5506.20.00.

Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin

Origin CountryMFN TariffSurtaxesTotal Effective Rate
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ChinaFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½MexicoFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited StatesFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺGermanyFreeβ€”Free
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅JapanFreeβ€”Free

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5503.20.00Same rate: Free

If the fibers are not processed for spinning

Unprocessed polyester staple fibers with phase-change material fall under heading 55.03.

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Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Ensure the fibers are processed for spinning to meet the tariff item's scope

β€’ Declare the phase-change material infusion accurately

β€’ Consult the CBSA for any special handling or documentation

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