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Industrial Polypropylene Filter Tow from Germany

Continuous polypropylene filament tow engineered for high-filtration media in air and liquid filters. Under HTS 5501.40.00.00 as polypropylene synthetic tow, used before needling or splitting into filter felts. Offers chemical resistance for industrial applications.

Duty Rate — Germany → United States

10%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%

Import Tips

Document micron retention specs to justify tow form; ensure no pre-impregnation

Avoid pitfall of 5608 classification if loosely felted