Polypropylene Multifilament Cabled Yarn from Mexico
Multifilament cabled yarn made from polypropylene for industrial carpet backing production. Falls under 5402.63.00.00 as multiple synthetic polypropylene yarn, not retail-packed, per Chapter 54 notes excluding tow.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
Import Tips
• Submit filament count and total decitex certification to confirm synthetic filament status
• Use commercial invoices specifying 'not for retail sale' to avoid Chapter 55 reclassification
• Monitor for contamination; pure polypropylene required, no blends exceeding trace amounts