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5501.90.01.00/Polylactic Acid Filament Tow for Biodegradable Textiles/Japan

Polylactic Acid Filament Tow for Biodegradable Textiles from Japan

Bio-based polylactic acid (PLA) synthetic filament tow for eco-friendly staple fibers in compostable products. HTS 5501.90.01.00 covers this bioplastic as other synthetic tow. Used in sustainable nonwovens and apparel.

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

• Provide biodegradation test results and PLA monomer specs; track sustainability claims

• Pitfall: misclassifying as regenerated cellulose

Polylactic Acid Filament Tow for Biodegradable Textiles from Japan — Import Duty Rate | HTS 5501.90.01.00