Polyamide 11 Filament Tow from Canada
Filament tow from polyamide 11 (e.g., Rilsan), used in technical textiles and brush fibers due to its flexibility. HTS 5501.19.00.00 covers this as 'other' polyamide tow excluding high-tenacity variants. It remains in continuous bundle form before crimping.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include technical data sheets proving polyamide 11 specs; avoid bulk packaging that mimics staple fibers
• Pitfall: incorrect declaration as nylon 6 without exact polymer ID