PET Filament Tow for Bottle Recycling Fiber from Mexico
Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) filament tow from recycled sources, converted to fiber for apparel and filling. HTS 5501.90.01.00 for other synthetic tow; recycled status doesn't change classification. Supports sustainable textile production.
Duty Rate — Mexico → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Retain recycling certificates and polymer specs; declare post-consumer content accurately
• Pitfall: confusing with virgin polyester pricing benchmarks