Modacrylic Tow for Filter Media from Japan
Specialty modacrylic filament tow for producing filter fabrics in industrial air and liquid filtration systems. HTS 5501.30.00.90 includes this 'other' category for modacrylic tow not dedicated to apparel. Features chemical resistance typical of modacrylic polymers.
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
• Include end-use statements specifying industrial filtration to differentiate from apparel tow
• Test for shrinkage specs as modacrylic requires specific processing conditions
• Declare hazardous material status if dyed with restricted chemicals