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5501.40.00.00/Polypropylene Flame-Retardant Tow/Japan

Polypropylene Flame-Retardant Tow from Japan

Flame-retardant treated polypropylene filament tow for protective upholstery and curtains. Under HTS 5501.40.00.00 as base polypropylene tow with functional finish. Used in contract furnishings requiring fire safety.

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

• Quantify FR additive weight % for value declaration; test per NFPA standards

• Pitfall: 5902 if heavily coated