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Antibacterial Polyester Tow from Germany

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.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92 and 9903.05.97, articles the product of a member state of the European Union, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 10 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Antibacterial efficacy tests; EPA/FDA claims

• Leaching test docs