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Cellulose Acetate Low-Twist Monofilament for Filters 55 dtex from Japan

Monofilament cellulose acetate yarn with minimal twist (<5 tpm), 55 decitex, designed for air and liquid filtration media. Bulk industrial supply classifies under HTS 5403.33.0020 as qualifying artificial low-twist yarn.

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

• Specify monofil vs multifil in docs; monofilament has distinct statistical tracking

• Prove non-apparel end-use to prevent scrutiny under apparel yarn quotas

• Use ISO-certified testing for decitex and twist compliance