Vinylon Filament Tow for Specialty Paper from Japan
Water-soluble vinylon (PVA) filament tow used in dissolvable reinforcement for specialty papers and nonwovens. Classified HTS 5501.90.01.00 as other synthetic filament tow. Dissolves in manufacturing process.
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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