Fine Denier Polyester Tow for Apparel Fibers from Japan
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 — Japan → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%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
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