5501.20.00.00/Antibacterial Polyester Tow/Germany

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%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

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Import Tips

• Antibacterial efficacy tests; EPA/FDA claims

• Leaching test docs