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5501.40.00.00/Polypropylene Flame-Retardant Tow/Mexico

Polypropylene Flame-Retardant Tow from Mexico

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 — Mexico → United States

17.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.5510%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Mexico
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Import Tips

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

• Pitfall: 5902 if heavily coated