Teijinconex Meta-Aramid Twisted Yarn from China
Teijinconex meta-aramid multifilament yarn with ≥5 turns/meter twist, high-tenacity ≤920 dtex for fire protective fabrics. Under 5402.11.3030 for aramid high-tenacity specs, single multifilament with twist, industrial supply. Heat-resistant for firefighting gear.
Duty Rate — China → United States
43.8%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.0325%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.13, 9903.88.18, 9903.88.33, 9903.88.34, 9903.88.35, 9903.88.36, 9903.88.37, 9903.88.38, 9903.88.40, 9903.88.41, 9903.88.43, 9903.88.45, 9903.88.46, 9903.88.48, 9903.88.56, 9903.88.64, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(e) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(f)
Import Tips
• Classify based on polymer type; meta-aramid vs para-aramid both under aramids but verify specs
• Avoid combining with apparel fibers; pure aramid composition required
• Prepare for flammability testing if end-use claims are made in documentation