High-Tenacity Polyester Tow for Industrial Yarns from Japan
High-tenacity polyester filament tow designed for conversion into staple fibers used in industrial applications like tire reinforcement and ropes. Classified under HTS 5501.20.00.00 due to its polyester composition and form as uncrimped continuous filament tow. It meets the chapter definition for synthetic filament tow before further processing.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
12.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Provide lab tests confirming high-tenacity properties and polyester content over 95%; label clearly as 'filament tow'
• Avoid pitfalls by distinguishing from finished high-tenacity yarn
• Include end-use declarations for customs valuation