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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