Modacrylic Filament Tow for Flame-Retardant Fabrics from Japan
Modacrylic continuous filament tow designed for producing inherently flame-retardant textiles like upholstery and protective clothing. Falls under HTS 5501.30.00 as synthetic filament tow of modacrylic composition, supplied in uncrimped form for further 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
• Include flame-retardancy certifications and fiber analysis reports to support modacrylic classification
• Declare exact modacrylic polymer composition as it shares the subheading with acrylic