Fine Denier Polyester Tow for Apparel Fibers from Germany
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.
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%
Import Tips
• Document average denier and filament specs to avoid reclassification as coarser industrial tow
• Ensure origin certificates for polyester resin source
• Pitfall: importing pre-crimped tow may shift to staple fiber codes