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Duty Rate (from China)
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
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)
Products classified under HTS 5501.20.00.00
Polyester Filament Tow for Staple Fiber Production
Uncrimped polyester filament tow consisting of continuous filaments of polyethylene terephthalate, used primarily for cutting into staple fibers for spinning into yarn. It falls under HTS 5501.20.00.00 as synthetic filament tow specifically of polyesters, prior to conversion into staple fibers. This product is essential for textile manufacturing processes.
High-Tenacity Polyester Tow for Industrial Yarns
High-tenacity polyester filament tow designed for conversion into staple fibers used in industrial applications like tire reinforcement and ropes. Classified under HTS 5501.20.00.00 due to its polyester composition and form as uncrimped continuous filament tow. It meets the chapter definition for synthetic filament tow before further processing.
Fine Denier Polyester Tow for Apparel Fibers
Polyester filament tow with fine denier per filament (2-5 dpf), intended for cutting into staple fibers for apparel fabrics like shirts and dresses. It is classified in HTS 5501.20.00.00 as polyester synthetic filament tow, an intermediate material in the yarn production chain. The uncrimped bundle form distinguishes it from yarns or fibers.
Polyester Top Tow for Worsted Spinning
Polyester filament tow processed into aligned 'top' form for worsted spinning systems, used in wool-like yarns for suiting. Falls under HTS 5501.20.00.00 as it remains synthetic polyester filament tow before full staple conversion. This semi-processed state is common in blend yarn production.
Recycled Polyester Filament Tow
Filament tow produced from recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) bottles, used for sustainable staple fiber in eco-textiles. Classified under HTS 5501.20.00.00 for its polyester composition in continuous tow form. Recycling does not alter the tariff classification based on material and form.
Coarse Denier Polyester Tow for Carpet Fibers
High denier polyester filament tow (15+ dpf) for cutting into staple fibers used in carpet backing and upholstery. It is under HTS 5501.20.00.00 as synthetic filament tow of polyesters, suited for bulkier textile applications. The form is uncrimped bundle of parallel filaments.
Bright Polyester Tow for Fillers
Bright (high luster) polyester filament tow used for stuffing pillows, quilts, and cushions after cutting and crimping. Falls under HTS 5501.20.00.00 as it's supplied in continuous filament tow form of polyesters. The brightness enhances aesthetic appeal in fill applications.
Solution-Dyed Polyester Tow
Polyester filament tow with color pigments integrated during polymerization, for fade-resistant staple fibers in upholstery. Classified in HTS 5501.20.00.00 regardless of dope-dyeing, as polyester synthetic filament tow. This method reduces dyeing pollution in textile chains.
Bicomponent Polyester Filament Tow
Bicomponent polyester tow with core-sheath or side-by-side filament structure for enhanced crimp in staple fibers. Under HTS 5501.20.00.00 as it's fundamentally polyester filament tow. Used for bulky yarns in knitwear and nonwovens.
Industrial Grade Polyester Tow for Ropes
Heavy-duty polyester filament tow for conversion to staple fibers in ropes, nets, and geotextiles. HTS 5501.20.00.00 applies to this polyester tow form, with high strength for industrial end-uses. Supplied in large tows for bulk processing.
Microfiber Polyester Tow
Ultra-fine denier polyester filament tow (under 1 dpf) for microfiber staple in cleaning cloths and apparel. Classified HTS 5501.20.00.00 as polyester synthetic filament tow. Enables high-absorbency textiles.
Flame-Retardant Polyester Tow
Polyester filament tow with inherent FR additives for staple in fire-resistant upholstery and uniforms. HTS 5501.20.00.00 for polyester tow; FR properties don't alter base classification. Meets safety standards like NFPA.
Conductive Polyester Filament Tow
Polyester tow with carbon or metal fibers for anti-static staple in electronics cleanrooms. Under HTS 5501.20.00.00 as polyester tow; conductivity is functional modification. Used in dissipative textiles.
Antibacterial Polyester Tow
Polyester filament tow infused with silver ions for hygienic staple in medical textiles. HTS 5501.20.00.00 applies; treatment secondary to material/form. Reduces bacterial growth.
Bio-Based Polyester Tow
Tow from bio-PET (plant-based PTA) for sustainable staple fibers. Still HTS 5501.20.00.00 as polyester chemically. Lower carbon footprint.