Kevlar Aramid Tow for Aerospace Composites from China
High-performance aramid filament tow, branded as Kevlar, designed for reinforcing aerospace composite materials like aircraft skins and rocket components. Classified under HTS 5501.11.00.00 due to its aramid polyamide composition in tow form prior to weaving or compounding. Offers superior impact resistance and lightweight strength.
Duty Rate — China → United States
42.5%
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
• Provide FAA or aerospace certification docs to support end-use claims and ensure proper valuation
• Label shipments clearly with 'aramid filament tow' and chemical composition to prevent reclassification
• Watch for ITAR restrictions on aerospace-grade aramid materials; obtain export licenses if applicable