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Polyethylene Bulked Continuous Filament Yarn 55 dtex from Japan

BCF textured single yarn of polyethylene, 55 decitex, for carpet backing or geotextiles in bulk form. Fits HTS 5402.39.31.10 as textured synthetic single yarn under 67 dtex from polyethylene (600), not retail. Excludes tow per chapter notes.

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

• Use ISO-tested decitex measurements; discrepancies lead to audits

• Document textured vs flat yarn status with photos/micrographs