Polyester Filament Tow for Staple Fiber Production from Canada

Continuous synthetic filament tow made from polyester, cut into staple fibers for spinning into yarn. Classified under HTS 5501.90.01.00 as 'other' synthetic filament tow, distinct from acrylic or modacrylic types in the primary subheading. Used primarily in textile manufacturing for apparel and upholstery.

Duty Rate — Canada → 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

Verify chemical composition via lab testing to confirm polyester classification; ensure documentation specifies use for staple fiber production

Common pitfall: mislabeling as acrylic tow leads to wrong subheading