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Bale-Pressed Carded PP Staple Fiber 4.5 Denier

Bale-pressed carded polypropylene staple fibers, 4.5 denier, 65 mm staple length, processed for spinning into upholstery yarns. These synthetic staple fibers are wholly of polypropylene and are carded, meeting the tariff item's scope for fibers processed for spinning.

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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5503.40.00Same rate: Free

If the fibers are not carded or processed for spinning

Unprocessed polypropylene staple fibers fall under heading 55.03.

5607.49.10Same rate: Free

If the fibers are spun into twine or cordage

Twine and cordage of polypropylene are classified in chapter 56.

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The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item β€” and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.

Import Tips & Compliance

β€’ Classify as polypropylene staple fibers processed for spinning; the bale-pressed form does not affect classification

β€’ Provide a detailed product specification sheet to the CBSA to avoid delays

β€’ Confirm the fiber's denier and length match the declared values for duty assessment

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