Polypropylene Tow for Medical Nonwovens from Canada
Fine-denier polypropylene tow for spunmelt nonwovens in surgical drapes and masks. HTS 5501.40.00.00 as polypropylene filament tow fed directly to extruders. Meets hygiene standards for healthcare textiles.
Duty Rate — Canada → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.2910%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 10% ad valorem on products of Canada
Import Tips
• Include biocompatibility certs and FDA equivalence docs; verify no finishes applied
• Avoid 5603 if lightly bonded