Nomex N100 Aramid Monofilament from Japan
DuPont Nomex N100 high-tenacity aramid monofilament, single yarn <920 decitex, twist-free for firefighter gear reinforcement. Classifies in HTS 5402.11.30.10 as untwisted/low-twist aramid polyamide yarn, bulk industrial form.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Certify flame-retardant aramid polymer content; substitutes may shift classification
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'not sewing thread, not retail' to prevent Chapter 52/55 shifts
• Test for monofil vs multifil; diameter >67 dtex could affect monofil status