PA66 Tow for Tire Cord Precursor from Japan
Polyamide 66 filament tow as precursor for tire reinforcement cords, non-high-tenacity grade. Classified HTS 5501.19.00.00 as other nylon tow. Processed further by drawing for cord use.
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
• Provide end-use statements for tire industry; ensure no pre-drawing to avoid yarn classification
• Pitfall: industrial vs retail end-use affecting quotas