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5501.40.00.00/Continuous Polypropylene Filament Tow for Ropes/Japan

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%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

• 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

Continuous Polypropylene Filament Tow for Ropes from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5501.40.00.00