5501.40.00.00/Polypropylene Microfilament Tow/Japan

Polypropylene Microfilament Tow from Japan

Ultra-fine microdenier polypropylene tow for premium nonwoven wipes and filtration. HTS 5501.40.00.00 applies to this polypropylene synthetic filament tow. Enables soft, high-absorbency end products.

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

• Measure filament denier precisely (<1 dpf critical); use protective packaging

• Common issue: confusion with 5503 fine staple