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5501.90.01.00/Polypropylene Filament Tow for Nonwoven Fabrics/Japan

Polypropylene Filament Tow for Nonwoven Fabrics from Japan

Synthetic polypropylene filament tow crimped for direct conversion into nonwoven fabrics like geotextiles and medical wipes. HTS 5501.90.01.00 covers this as 'other' synthetic tow not specified elsewhere. Key input for hygiene and industrial applications.

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

• Include certificates of analysis proving polypropylene content over 85%; declare intended end-use accurately

• Pitfall: bulk packaging mistaken for staple fiber