Nylon 6,6 Fabric Scrap from Japan
Scrap cuttings and waste from polyamide-6,6 (nylon) textile or industrial fabric production, where nylon monomers contribute less than 95% due to blends. Under 3915.90.00.90 as 'other' plastic waste per subheading note (a)(1) purity threshold.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Document fiber content to confirm <95% polyamide for 'other' status; segregate from pure nylon scrap
• Pitfall: classifying fabric waste as Chapter 56 textile waste