Polyester Filament Tow for Staple Fiber Production from Japan
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 — 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%
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