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Continuous Polypropylene Filament Tow for Ropes from Japan

High-tenacity polypropylene tow designed for twisting into ropes and twines for industrial and marine applications. HTS 5501.40.00.00 applies as it's imported as aligned, uncut filament tow of polypropylene. Provides strength and UV resistance in cordage production.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Certify denier per filament and total tow decitex for customs valuation; avoid bulk packaging that mimics yarn reels

• Pitfall: high-tenacity versions sometimes misclassified under 5402 for tire cord