Twaron Aramid Filament Tow for Ropes from Japan
Para-aramid filament tow such as Twaron, ideal for twisting into high-strength ropes and cables for marine and industrial mooring. Falls under HTS 5501.11.00.00 as unprocessed synthetic tow of aramids, offering low stretch and high modulus. Used before further processing into yarns.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
Import Tips
• Submit yarn twist potential specs and breaking strength data for accurate classification
• Ensure country-of-origin labeling complies with aramid production traceability rules