Industrial Grade Polyester Tow for Ropes from Japan
Heavy-duty polyester filament tow for conversion to staple fibers in ropes, nets, and geotextiles. HTS 5501.20.00.00 applies to this polyester tow form, with high strength for industrial end-uses. Supplied in large tows for bulk processing.
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%
Import Tips
• Certify tensile strength and elongation; bulk packaging requires proper stowage
• Avoid misdeclaration as finished cordage
• Maritime declarations for rope end-use