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5501.20.00.00/Bio-Based Polyester Tow/Japan

Bio-Based Polyester Tow from Japan

Tow from bio-PET (plant-based PTA) for sustainable staple fibers. Still HTS 5501.20.00.00 as polyester chemically. Lower carbon footprint.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — Japan (col1 rate < 12.5 percent): MFN < 12.5% → total duty capped at 12.5%
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Import Tips

• Bio-content verification (ASTM D6866); sustainability certs