5501.20.00.00/Microfiber Polyester Tow/Japan

Microfiber Polyester Tow from Japan

Ultra-fine denier polyester filament tow (under 1 dpf) for microfiber staple in cleaning cloths and apparel. Classified HTS 5501.20.00.00 as polyester synthetic filament tow. Enables high-absorbency textiles.

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%

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Import Tips

• Measure filament diameter precisely; split-type microfibers need structure docs

• Pitfall: post-splitting into fibers changes code

• Anti-static finish compliance